Over the past 20 years, diagnostic tests for pediatric pulmonologists have revolutionized care of children afflicted with respiratory disorders. These tests have been used to not only help in diagnosis, but also in the management and treatment of these children.Bronchoscopic, imaging and physiologic advances have improved clinical care of these childrenand havebeen used as outcome measures in research trials.Diagnostic Testsin Pediatric Pulmonology: Applications and Interpretationdescribes the various diagnostic modalities (especially the newer ones) that are available for the...

Over the past 20 years, diagnostic tests for pediatric pulmonologists have revolutionized care of children afflicted with respiratory disorders.