Evidence base of lung function indices in diagnosis and follow-up of chronic respiratory diseases in primary care

T. Schermer (Nijmegen, Netherlands)

Source: Annual Congress 2012 - Primary Care Programme
Session: Primary Care Programme
Session type: Symposium
Number: 35

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