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Robert C. Griggs, MD; Katherine M. Donohoe, RN, MS; Mark J. Utell, MD; David Goldblatt, MD; Richard T. Moxley III, MD

Arch Neurol. 1981;38(1):9-12.

Abstract
• Pulmonary function tests were performed on 40 patients with neuromuscular disease. The maximum expiratory pressure was the most sensitive indicator of weakness and was decreased in 87% of adult patients. A comparison of Stead-Wells, electronic (Vanguard), and bellows spirometry (Vitalor) indicated an excellent correlation between the Stead-Wells and electronic devices. The bellows spirometer consistently underestimated volumes, particularly in severely weak patients.

Author Affiliations
From the Departments of Neurology (Drs Griggs, Goldblatt, and Moxley), Medicine (Dr Utell), and the School of Nursing (Ms Donohoe), University of Rochester (NY) Schools of Medicine and Nursing.

Footnotes
Accepted for publication April 21, 1980.

Reprint requests to 601 Elmwood Ave, Box 673, Rochester, NY 14642 (Dr Griggs).

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