ABSTRACT
Introduction 21 Structure 21 Function 23
Clinical application and interpretation of lung function tests 29
References 35
The respiratory system presents challenges during anaesthesia and intensive care and the aim of this chapter is to provide a scientific basis for understanding the development of the respiratory system, and the clinical implications of such development, with respect to:
children are more vulnerable to respiratory disease and failure);
● control of breathing; ● increased vulnerability of children requiring
intubation, anaesthesia or ventilatory support.
