This calculator evaluates the following Clinical Criteria:
- FEV1 % predicted after bronchodialator
- 6-minute walk distance
- MMRC dyspnea scale (4 is worst)
- Body mass index
References
- Celli BR, Cote CG, Marin JM, et al. The body-mass index, airflow obstruction, dyspnea and exercise capacity index in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. N Engl J Med. 2004 Mar 4;350(10):1005-12. PubMed ID: 14999112
- Mahler DA, Wells CK. Evaluation of clinical methods for rating dyspnea. Chest. 1988 Mar;93(3):580-6. PubMed ID: 3342669
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