This study comprised a temporal external validation of the post-operative pulmonary complication risk prediction score in a cohort of 360 patients undergoing elective cardiothoracic or abdominal surgery. As part of the study, pre-operative lung function testing (FEV1) was undertaken using the Vitalograph Micro spirometer.
- Author Salling SL et al.
- Publication The Clinical Respiratory Journal
- Year 2022
- Device Type Micro