Preop Thoracic Surgery

Question 1

What PFT values are predictive for post op complications

Answer 1

FEV1 and DLCO

Question 2

What is the threshold for FEV1 and DLCO where you dont need further testing

Answer 2

> 60% pred

Question 3

What testing is needed for FEV1 and DLCO < 30% pred

Answer 3

V02 max cardiopulmonary testing

Question 4

What do you do if either FEV1 or DLCO <60%

Answer 4

stair climbing test