RespiraNet Program: The first tele-spirometry service in South Brazil

Spirometry Outside the Hospital

“…Consequently, some national networks were implemented, with positive outcomes. [4][5][6][7] Results from the "RespiraNet Program" in Brazil and a Spanish study by Marina et al showed that telespirometries performed by previously trained technicians, and analyzed and interpreted remotely by expert physicians, is a useful alternative to improve the diagnosis and management of chronic obstructive lung diseases. 4,5 Furthermore, another Spanish study by Masa et al concluded that telespirometry performed by a remotely located technician controlling the spirometer computer online enhanced the quality and the reliability of the maneuver.…”

“…[4][5][6][7] Results from the "RespiraNet Program" in Brazil and a Spanish study by Marina et al showed that telespirometries performed by previously trained technicians, and analyzed and interpreted remotely by expert physicians, is a useful alternative to improve the diagnosis and management of chronic obstructive lung diseases. 4,5 Furthermore, another Spanish study by Masa et al concluded that telespirometry performed by a remotely located technician controlling the spirometer computer online enhanced the quality and the reliability of the maneuver. 6 The "Alliance" study results showed that Italian general practitioners accepted telespirometry as an useful exploratory modality to improve the early diagnosis, monitoring, and management of COPD and asthma.…”

Spirometry Outside the Hospital

“… 4 , 5 , 6 , 7 Results from the “RespiraNet Program” in Brazil and a Spanish study by Marina et al showed that telespirometries performed by previously trained technicians, and analyzed and interpreted remotely by expert physicians, is a useful alternative to improve the diagnosis and management of chronic obstructive lung diseases. 4 , 5 Furthermore, another Spanish study by Masa et al concluded that telespirometry performed by a remotely located technician controlling the spirometer computer online enhanced the quality and the reliability of the maneuver. 6 The “Alliance” study results showed that Italian general practitioners accepted telespirometry as an useful exploratory modality to improve the early diagnosis, monitoring, and management of COPD and asthma.…”