In the interpretation of maximal inspiratory mouth pressures, normal values should represent the lower limit of the normal range derived from the regression model in order to avoid false pathological results. Prediction equations as well as lower limits of normal resulting from a study cohort of healthy 18-82-year-olds are given and are recommended to be used by pulmonary function laboratories in young and old patients.
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