Table 4.

Findings in baseline FVS 10–12 years after hospitalization for infantile wheezing, in relation to RSV aetiology of infection

Parameter*	RSV+† (n = 24)	RSV–‡ (n = 56)	p§
FVC	93.65 ± 11.05	99.57 ± 12.59	0.009
(% predicted)
FEV1/FVC	98.35 ± 6.53	92.91 ± 8.70	0.033
(% predicted)

*Only statistically significant parameters reported; FVC = forced vital capacity, FEV₁= forced expiratory volume in 1 sec.

^†RSV identified as a single viral finding or in combinations with other viruses.

^‡RSV not identified.

^§Analysis of covariance. Age (<12 months/≥12 months) and atopic dermatitis (present/not present) on admission were included in the model as covariates and effect modifiers.