Robert P Baughman1, Elyse E Lower. 1. University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA. bob.baughman@uc.edu
Abstract
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: To describe the value and limitations of using the 6-min test in assessing patients with sarcoidosis. RECENT FINDINGS: Static lung function studies and chest roentgenogram do not correlate well with the symptoms of sarcoidosis patients. In particular, dyspnea is a common complaint of sarcoidosis patients, which may be due to multiple factors including lung function, muscle strength, cardiac disease, and fatigue as a result of the disease. The 6-min walk distance has been the focus of studies in other interstitial lung diseases. Its use and limitations in sarcoidosis are described. SUMMARY: The 6-min walk distance can be a useful test in assessing sarcoidosis patients. Reduction of 6-min walk distance, however, can be due to multiple factors.
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: To describe the value and limitations of using the 6-min test in assessing patients with sarcoidosis. RECENT FINDINGS: Static lung function studies and chest roentgenogram do not correlate well with the symptoms of sarcoidosispatients. In particular, dyspnea is a common complaint of sarcoidosispatients, which may be due to multiple factors including lung function, muscle strength, cardiac disease, and fatigue as a result of the disease. The 6-min walk distance has been the focus of studies in other interstitial lung diseases. Its use and limitations in sarcoidosis are described. SUMMARY: The 6-min walk distance can be a useful test in assessing sarcoidosispatients. Reduction of 6-min walk distance, however, can be due to multiple factors.
Authors: Rik G J Marcellis; Antoine F Lenssen; Geeuwke J de Vries; Robert P Baughman; Chris P van der Grinten; Johny A Verschakelen; Jolanda De Vries; Marjolein Drent Journal: Lung Date: 2012-11-09 Impact factor: 2.584
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