Association of weight loss in COPD patients with low body mass index on outcomes

E. Rutten, R. Casaburi, M. Watkins, N. Locantore, E. Wouters (Horn, Netherlands; Torrance, United States Of America)

Source: Annual Congress 2011 - Challenges in chronic disease management: helping individuals with chronic lung disease remain stable
Disease area: Airway diseases

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