Reference values for spirometric parameters in healthy children living in a Colombian city located at 2640 m altitude

Objectives To identify the spirometric equations that are most appropriate for use in children and adolescents living in Bogota, Colombia after evaluating a set of relevant previously‐developed equations, including the Global Lung Function Initiative (GLI) 2012 spirometry reference equations. Methods Healthy children aged between 6 and 17 years that were attending two randomly‐selected schools in Bogota were invited to participate in the study,...