The use of Pezzer catheter in cases of persistent airleak in advanced cystic fibrosis

K. Athanassiadi, I. Samiotis, M.S. Kolokotroni, V. Kouritas, M.K. Konstantinidou, S. Boulia, I. Bellenis (Athens, Greece)

Source: Annual Congress 2012 - Cystic fibrosis (adults and children): risk factors and clinical problems
Session: Cystic fibrosis (adults and children): risk factors and clinical problems
Session type: Thematic Poster Session
Number: 1123
Disease area: Paediatric lung diseases, Respiratory infections

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