During inspiratory maneuvers for dlco (diffusion capacity of the lung for carbon monoxide) measurement during pulmonary function testing (pft), the machine was excessively chattering.A second device also produced the same issues.After further evaluation of the pft data, it was found that the results were inaccurate and unreliable for 28 different patients.Manufacturer response for pulmonary function testing machine, vyntus one (per site reporter) numerous on-site service calls were made by vyaire service technicians to the facility to perform service on both devices to try to correct the ongoing issues.
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