Why Does FVC Decrease In Emphysema?
Why Does FVC Decrease In Emphysema? COPD patients often have narrowing or inflammation of the airways. This hinders how fast air can leave the lungs. This leads to a decrease in the FEV1. If the FEV1 is decreased disproportionately to the FVC, a diagnosis of COPD is made. Does emphysema decrease FVC? Patients with COPD