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Instructions for Use
Spirostik Blue
Serial no.: 2111xxxxx
Version: 7 | Release date: 02. August 2021 Page 15
2.1.2 Contraindication and Side Effect
2.1.2.1 Contraindications
The following contraindications apply for spirometric
examinations:
Contraindications Absolute Relative
Patients with a new
(< 1 month old) myocardial infarction
X X
Aneurysm of the ascending aorta X X
Pulmonary embolism X X
Tension pneumothorax X
Acute internal bleeding X
Recent eye operations X
Recent thorax / abdominal operations X
Hemoptysis X
Acute diarrhea X
Angina X
Severe hypertension
(SBP > 200 mmHg, DBP > 120 mmHg)
X
Confusion / dementia X
Infectious diseases X
As the transitions between absolute and relative
contraindication can be fluid in the assessment, the assertion of
a physician should be regarded as binding.
(Source: Miller MR, Crapo R. Hankinson J et al. 2005. General considerations
for lung function testing. Eur Respir J. 26:153–161.)