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| Variable | Normal DLco (n=50) | Decreased DLco (n=80) |
|---|---|---|
| 6MWT-SpO2 nadir >90% (n=96) | 44 (34%) | 53 (41%) |
| 6MWT-SpO2 nadir <90% (n=33) | 6 (4%) | 27 (21%) |
Data are presented as the number of n=130 patients. 6MWT, 6-minute walk test; ∆SpO2-6MWT, oxygen desaturation during the 6MWT; DLco, diffusing capacity of the lung for carbon monoxide.
