Clinical And Functional Assessment of Copd Patientsand Correlation of their 6mwt with Spirometry Andhrql Measures. A Cross Sectional Study in the Largestchest Referral Clinic In Tash, Addis Ababa Ethiopia,2025
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2025-03-10
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Addis Ababa University
Abstract
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a progressive respiratory
condition characterized by airflow limitation and reduced exercise capacity, often assessed
using the Six-Minute Walk Test (6MWT) and spirometric indices. The 6-minute walk test
(6MWT) is easy to perform, well-tolerated, and more reflective of activities of daily living.
Spirometry is unavailable in many areas of Ethiopia, where 6MWT can be done easily. The
purpose of this study is to assess the relationship between Distance covered by 6MWT and
other physiologic parameters of COPD with Spirometry result.
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COPD patients, 6MWT distances, Spirometry, TASH, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia