An Investigation of Pulmonary Function Test in Wood Factory Employees at Tertiary Care Centre

Abstract

Among wood factory workers, the implementation of regular Pulmonary Function Test
(PFTs) can aid in early detection of respiratory abnormalities and facilitate timely 
interventions to prevent the progression of occupational lung diseases. Monitoring parameters 
such as FEV1/FVC ratio, PEFR, and Maximum Voluntary Ventilation (MVV) can provide 
valuable insights into airway obstruction, lung function impairment, and respiratory muscle 
strength. Studies have shown that wood factory workers exhibit decreased lung function 
parameters compared to non-exposed populations, indicating the detrimental effects of wood 
dust exposure on respiratory health.