Diagnostic program for investigating mucociliar transport in patients with chronic nonspecific diseases of the lungs

A. G. Chuchalin, V. N. Solopov, N. A. Kolganova

DIAGNOSTIC PROGRAM FOR INVESTIGATING MUCOCILIAR TRANSPORT
IN PATIENTS WITH CHRONIC NONSPECIFIC DISEASES OF THE LUNGS

Indices of mucociliar transport: its rate and sputum reological properties were studied. Data indicative of close relation between mucociliar transport disorders and obstructive syndrome are presented. Possible mechanisms of bronchial patency impairment are discussed. A differential approach to therapy aimed at bronchial patency correction is exemplified clinically.

«Problemy Tuberculosa» 1988, №8, с. 13-1