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Mechanical effects of obesity on central and peripheral airway resistance in nonasthmatic early pubescent children

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In children, obesity typically reduces functional residual capacity (FRC), which reduces airway caliber and increases airway resistance. Whether these obesity‐related changes in respiratory function can alter bronchodilator responsiveness is unknown. Click to show full abstract

In children, obesity typically reduces functional residual capacity (FRC), which reduces airway caliber and increases airway resistance. Whether these obesity‐related changes in respiratory function can alter bronchodilator responsiveness is unknown.

Keywords: mechanical effects; central peripheral; airway resistance; effects obesity; peripheral airway; obesity central

Journal Title: Pediatric Pulmonology
Year Published: 2022

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