from Part II - Conducting a Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test
Published online by Cambridge University Press: 04 April 2024
Cardiopulmonary exercise testing is usually performed using either a treadmill or a cycle ergometer; each has their benefits and limitations (outlined in Table 6.1). Most institutions use a cycle ergometer for CPET – although semi-recumbent ergometers can also be used and it is also possible to use a hand crank for patients with limited leg mobility. It is worth noting that CPET values reported in research papers in peri-operative medicines tend to have been derived from cycle ergometers.
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