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;Complications
Spirometry is a safe procedure; however, there is cause for concern regarding untoward reactions. The value of the test data should be weighed against potential hazards. Some complications have been reported such as; [[pneumothorax]], increased intracranial pressure, syncope, chest pain, paroxysmal coughing, [[nosocomial infection]]s, oxygen desaturation, and [[bronchospasm]].
 
==Measurements==