Diagnostic Spirometry in Pediatric Population

Abstract

Pediatric respiratory diseases are accountable for significant mortality and morbidity in smaller age groups. Out of the various pulmonary functions tests available, spirometry is considered to as an easier and useful tool in the diagnosis and monitoring of various pediatric respiratory diseases. This conceptual review on spirometry briefs the utility of spirometry in the pediatric population and the importance of addressing it’s under-utility in the medicalfraternity.