Are statistical or computed methods of peak flow assessment as accurate as expert interpretation in the diagnosis of occupational asthma?


** 3 Statistical analysis of serial peak flow measurements is of limited diagnostic value compared to expert interpretation

Evidence

Cote J, Kennedy S, ChanYeung M , Quantitative Versus Qualitative Analysis Of Peak Expiratory Flow In Occupational Asthma , Thorax , 1993 ; 48 : 48-51

Leroyer C, Perfetti L, Trudeau C, L'Archeveque J, ChanYeung M, Malo JL , Comparison Of Serial Monitoring Of Peak Expiratory Flow And FEV1 In The Diagnosis Of Occupational Asthma , Am J Respir Crit Care Med , 1998 ; 158 : 927-832

Perrin B, Lagier F, L'Archeveque J, Cartier A, Boulet LP, Cote J, Malo JL , Occupational Asthma: Validity Of Monitoring Of Peak Expiratory Flow Rates And Non-Allergic Bronchial Responsiveness As Compared To Specific Inhalation Challenge , Eur Respir J , 1992 ; 5 : 40-8


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