Maximal expiratory flow (MEP) and maximal inspiratory flow (MIP) in children with asthma and/or obese children

M. Tubaro, I. Benfatto, M. Canciani, F. Valent (Udine, Italy)

Source: Annual Congress 2012 - Sleep monitoring, lung function and inflammation in childhood
Session: Sleep monitoring, lung function and inflammation in childhood
Session type: Thematic Poster Session
Number: 1082
Disease area: Airway diseases, Paediatric lung diseases

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