Journal of AdvancedMedical and Dental Sciences Research

Background: Spirometry is accepted as the diagnostic test to assess airflow obstruction and classify severity of disease. The present study was conducted to assess role of spirometry in early detection of cases of COPD. Materials & Methods: 84 patients of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) of both genders were enrolled and subjected to spirometry. Results: Out of 84 patients, males were 54 and females were 30. FEV1 >80 was present in 53, FEV1 50- 80 in 31, FER <0.7 in 45 and FEF25-75% < LLN in 38. The difference was significant (P< 0.05). Conclusion: Spirometry is useful in early detection of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Key words: COPD, Spirometry, FEV