Pediatric peak expiratory flow rate nomograms for Ernakulam district
Jomon Mathew John
Indian Journal of Allergy Asthma and Immunology · 2017
doi:10.4103/ijaai.ijaai_6_17 (opens in a new tab)
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Abstract
Objective: To obtain the normal reference values of peak expiratory flow rates (PEFRs) among healthy school-going children between 8 and 12 years and thereby construct a nomogram. Materials And Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among healthy children attending schools in Ernakulam district over a period of 1 year. PEFR values were recorded using a Mini-Wright peak flow meter, and the best of three readings was documented. Results: Nine hundred and fifty-four students were studied. PEFR increases as the age increases. A similar trend was observed across various heights. Nomograms based on age and height were constructed separately for boys and girls. Conclusion: Established baseline values of PEFR in this study can be useful in diagnosing and following asthmatic children in Ernakulam district.
Abstract licence: CC BY-NC-SA
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