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For decades spirometry has been the benchmark test for capturing lung function in children but its recognized limitations required the development of other techniques. This article introduces novel techniques in lung function assessment for pediatric patients, including multiple breath washout, impulse oscillometry, structured light plethysmography, and electrical impedance tomography, and common themes in interpreting the results. Challenges include standardization, reference data, and clinical integration of these innovative tools. Further research is ongoing to optimize these tests for clinical use, especially in diverse populations and pediatric settings. Copyright © 2024 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.

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Lucy Perrem, Kristina Gaietto, Daniel J Weiner, Margaret Rosenfeld. Advances in Pediatric Lung Function Testing Techniques. Clinics in chest medicine. 2024 Sep;45(3):543-553

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