Elastance (E)

Dynamic elastance captures the elastic rigidity of the lungs.

Parameter : Elastance

Abbreviation : E

Parameter : Elastance

Techniques : Resistance & Compliance, Forced Oscillation Technique

Detail

• Increased elastance values signal an increased stiffness of the lungs.
• Elastance is the inverse of the Compliance (E = 1/{meas:C}).
• Dynamic elastance reflects the mechanical properties of the lungs for normal respiratory rates. For quasi-static behaviour, refer to {meas:Est}.