| Literature DB >> 7440298 |
R A Epstein, M A Epstein, G G Haddad, R B Mellins.
Abstract
The barometric method is unique in permitting measurement of tidal volume in a totally noninvasive manner. Its application and accuracy have been limited by several complex problems. These include control of inspired gas composition, base-line stability, and asymmetry of processes occurring during inspiration and expiration. A new method is described that addresses these problems and facilitates long-term measurements. New calculations, which avoid previous errors that caused the method to systematically underestimate tidal volume, are illustrated.Mesh:
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Year: 1980 PMID: 7440298 DOI: 10.1152/jappl.1980.49.6.1107
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Appl Physiol Respir Environ Exerc Physiol ISSN: 0161-7567