Spirometry: A Test Underestimated by the Anesthesiologist

Abstract

Spirometry is a lung function test, whose main objective is to evaluate lung mechanics. It is a test that is currently easily accessible, but little used by anesthesiologists. One cause may be that they are not familiar with the analysis and understanding of said test or the lack of a pulmonary physiology laboratory in their hospitals. The proper analysis and understanding of this test by the general and thoracic anesthetist offers a range of possibilities both for the perioperative evaluation of the patient with pulmonary pathology or the one who will undergo thoracic surgery. Having a great impact by influencing the prognosis and management of these patients.