Comparison of Respiratory Functions in Rural Vs. Urban Population
Journal Title: International Journal of Physiology - Year 2018, Vol 6, Issue 2
Abstract
Aims: To study and compare the effects of air pollution on respiratory function in urban and rural areas. Materials and Method: The patients attending the general medicine OPD in the age group of 18-45 were included. FVC, PEFR and FEV1were measured. The results from urban and rural patients were compared and statistically analyzed. Results: Mean PEFR of urban vs. rural in males was 401 ± 98.23 and 502 ± 95.43 while in females was 399 ± 95.24 and 498 ± 96.42 respectively. Mean FVC of urban vs. rural in males was 65 ± 5.89 and 75 ± 5.67 while in females was 64 ± 5.73and 73 ± 5.85 respectively. Mean FEV1 of urban vs. rural in males was 76 ± 5.74 and 87 ± 5.28 while in females was 74 ± 4.97and 85 ± 5.34 respectively. Conclusion: Urban population has greater risk of developing respiratory disorders as compared to rural population.
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