Clinical application of fractional exhaled nitric oxide detection

Abstract

Background Recently more attentions have been paid to fractional exhaled nitric oxide (FENO) testing technology because of its rapid, noninvasive and other advantages. Objective Investigate the new application of FENO to provide the theoretical and technical support. Content Review the recent progress in the research on the sources, methods and clinical significance of FENO. Trend FENO can be more easily applied to multiple clinical departments. Key words: Fractional exhaled nitric oxide; Inflammation; Asthma; Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease; Anesthesia