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Association of spirometric restriction with mortality in the silicotics: a cohort study

Abstract Background Restrictive spirometry pattern (RSP), defined as reduced forced vital capacity (FVC) in absence of airflow obstruction (AFO), is associated with increased risk of mortality in general population. However, evidence in the patients with silicosis is limited. This study was aimed to...

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Main Authors: Shuyuan Yang, Chi Kuen Chan, Maggie Haitian Wang, Chi Chiu Leung, Lai Bun Tai, Lap Ah Tse
Format: Artigo
Language:Inglês
Published: BMC 2023-09-01
Series:BMC Pulmonary Medicine
Subjects:
Lung function
Restrictive spirometry pattern
Airflow obstruction
Mortality
Silicosis
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12890-023-02622-1
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