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


** 2+ Computed analysis of peak flow records has good diagnostic performance

Evidence

Baldwin DR, Gannon PFG, Bright P, Newton DT, Robertson AS, Venables KM, Graneek B, Barker RD, Cartier A, Malo JL, Wilsher M, Pantin CFA, Burge PS , Interpretation Of Occupational Peak Flow Records: Level Agreement Between Expert Clinicians And OASYS-2 , Thorax , 2002 ; 57 : 860-864

Gannon PF, Newton DT, Belcher J, Pantin CF, Burge PS , Development Of OASYS-2: A System For The Analysis Of Serial Measurement Of Peak Expiratory Flow In Workers With Suspected Occupational Asthma , Thorax , 1996 ; 51 : 484-489


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