Vitalograph copd6

Product Overview

The copd 6 Vitalograph is an electronic COPD screening device that ascertains the obstruction index and the FEV1/FEV6 ratio thereby detecting any potential COPD diseases specifically and safely. This screening procedure requires no time consuming and therefore costly full spirometry tests at a medical practice. The use of Vitalograph mouthpieces ensures that it can be used safely by a number of patients (for example in a hospital or in a medical practice) without the risk of cross infection. - Simple and fast screening of COPD risk groups - Measurement of all COPD relevant parameters - COPD classification (stage I IV) according to GOLD Guidelines - Lung age - Display of the obstruction indexes according to the COPD Consortium criteria - Perfectly suited for multiple patient use - Easy to clean thanks to the removable measuring head - Low subsequent costs thanks to standard AAA batteries - Customization possible depending on quantity Undiagnosed COPD concerns millions of people throughout the world in Germany alone around 15% of people over the age of 40 are affected and for those over 70 the figure is almost 30%. But only one in two COPD sufferers has been diagnosed and given effective treatment (with medication) (Source: Global BOLD Study). At the moment COPD is in fourth place statistically as cause of death. The main cause of COPD is smoking.

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