Lung Function Testing in the 21st Century

Lung Function Testing in the 21st Century: Methodologies and Tools Bridging Engineering to Clinical Practice covers the complete aspects of lung function testing, ranging from standardized to newly introduced (IOS, FOT) methods. It provides an updated overview of advances in respiratory engineering, along with advice on which lung function tests are appropriate for which purpose. The author discusses non-standardized lung function testing, methods, clinical tests, diagnosis and future perspectives. Lung function measurement devices and protocols are also covered. This book covers multidisciplinary domains, bringing new technology ideas from mathematics, physics, biology and engineering into the field of respiratory engineering.

Users will find a single resource that brings together all of the disparate information on lung function testing technology currently contained in many journal articles.

• Bridges the gap between engineers and clinicians with regard to pulmonary function techniques, from research, to design and clinical practice
• Provides a comprehensive overview of all tools available for lung function testing, detailing their pros and cons
• Includes information on incorporating new devices into existing procedures, along with methods for lung function testing

Biomedical Engineers working in Respiratory Engineering, and academics in the field of Respiratory Medicine

Standardized lung function testing: spirometry and body plethysmography
Non-standardized lung function testing:
impulse oscillometry
Forced oscillation technique
Methods for extracting lung function information from time-based signals
Respiratory impedance
Pressure-volume, flow-volume curves
Stress-strain curves
Models for evaluating respiratory properties
Integer order impedance models
Fractional order impedance models
Heterogeneity and nonlinearity in the lung tissue
Diffusion in small airways
Clinical relevance
Evaluating diffusion
Effects of geometry and porosity on diffusion
Added value of other clinical tests:
- CT scans
- Ultrasound
- Electrical impedance tomography (EIT)
Diagnosis of asthma and COPD:
- Complementary lung function tests
- Which lung function tests for which purpose
- Patient Monitoring and Treatment Management
Perspectives: what we still do not know but would like to find out