When is a pulmonology referral indicated for FVC below 80% predicted with a normal FEV1/FVC ratio?

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) 2026 Open access

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Authors: Tripdatabase
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18665694
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Abstract

A pulmonology referral may be indicated when FVC is below 80% predicted with a normal FEV1/FVC ratio to assess for potential causes like restrictive lung disease.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Research Interstitial Lung Diseases and Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis Asthma and respiratory diseases

Publication details

Journal / source
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
17 February 2026
Language
EN