Reference Values for Acoustic Rhinometry in Subjects without Nasal Symptoms
- 1 September 1998
- journal article
- Published by SAGE Publications in American Journal of Rhinology
- Vol. 12 (5) , 341-344
- https://doi.org/10.2500/105065898780182462
Abstract
Reference values for acoustic rhinometry are presented from 334 individuals without nasal symptoms between 4 years and 61 years old. There was a significant correlation between the minimal cross-sectional area (MCA) and nasal volume. Although the reproducibility of the method was good, the MCA varied widely. MCA correlated weakly to weight, height, age, and body mass index. Our data suggest that acoustic rhinometry is valuable for inter-individual comparisons.Keywords
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