Why Is Body Plethysmography with a Cabin the Gold Standard for Pulmonary Function Testing and Lung Volume Measurement?
While spirometry is the most commonly used method for evaluating pulmonary function in clinical practice, there are times when it’s necessary to measure the volume of air the lungs cannot displace (static lung volumes). This is why body plethysmography remains an essential technique in pulmonary function testing. The first test was conducted by DuBois in […]
Whole Body Plethysmography: A Complete Guide to Lung Volume Analysis
The body plethysmography test is the only precise way to measure lung volumes. With advancements in technology, including ultrasonic flow measurement, modern body plethysmography machines can detect even the smallest changes in pulmonary function. In this article, you’ll find scientific evidence explaining why cabin-based body plethysmography offers unique advantages that establish it as the gold […]
Body Plethysmograph Buyer’s Guide: 8 Key Questions to Make the Right Choice
Body plethysmography is a non-invasive and indispensable method for obtaining detailed information about lung volumes and airway function—data that other pulmonary function tests cannot provide. With the increasing prevalence of respiratory diseases such as asthma, COPD, and the lasting effects of COVID-19, the need for reliable and precise diagnostic tools has never been greater. A […]
Advanced Oscillometry Insights: Managing Asthma and COPD
Oscillometry is a non-invasive method for measuring the mechanical properties of the respiratory system, which can enhance our understanding and management of lung diseases such as asthma and COPD. This technique offers special advantages in situations where spirometry and other lung function tests are not suitable for patients, such as infants, people with neuromuscular diseases, […]
Pulmonary diseases: when the profession is a risk
Many professions carry the risk of developing pulmonary diseases. The lungs are organs with an extensive surface area, high vascularity, and a thin barrier between air and blood. This structure makes them a contact site for environmental agents, many of which have local and/or systemic or immunological toxic effects. Exposures to toxic substances can cause […]
Clinical Benefits of Oscillometry in Respiratory Assessment
Oscillometry is a non-invasive method to measure the mechanical properties of the respiratory system. This diagnostic tool enhances the valuable contributions of spirometry for the diagnosis, assessment, and monitoring of respiratory diseases such as asthma and COPD. In this article, we will discuss the clinical advantages of oscillometry as a complementary method to spirometry. We […]
Asthma: Exploring its Impactful Figures
By América Torres According to the GINA Guide 2019, asthma is estimated to affect 300 million people worldwide. In fact, it is one of the most common and costly diseases in the United States. It consists of diffuse inflammation of the airways caused by various stimuli, which cause a partial or completely reversible bronchoconstriction. Symptoms […]
The GINA Guide 2022: summary of the main updates for asthma management
Keeping up with the latest advancements in the field of pulmonology is key for providing optimal care to patients, particularly those suffering from asthma. In this blog post, we make a summary of the recently updated 2022 Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA) Guide, highlighting key changes and advancements that pulmonologists need to be aware of. […]
 How to choose the best EKG for your needs
Author América Torres When deciding to invest in an electrocardiograph, the first step is, of course, obtaining one that is manufactured by a reliable, well-known, reputable company. Whether you are getting an EKG for the first time, or you want to replace an outdated device, there are some aspects you must consider to make a […]
Spirometry, an underestimated test
Although dyspnea is a common reason for consulting a primary care physician (1 – 4% of all visits) pulmonary function tests are often overlooked and seldom performed. According to a study tested and evaluated during a pilot trial (Epidemiological Study in General Practice – SESAM 2) these were the actions in % taken by practitioners […]
