BAL markers of alveolar/capillary abnormality in IPF

E. Puxeddu, A. Comandini, P. Rogliani, A. Porretta, F. Cavalli, C. Saltini (Rome, Italy)

Source: Annual Congress 2012 - Diffuse parenchymal lung disease I
Session: Diffuse parenchymal lung disease I
Session type: Thematic Poster Session
Number: 3622
Disease area: Interstitial lung diseases, Pulmonary vascular diseases

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E. Puxeddu, A. Comandini, P. Rogliani, A. Porretta, F. Cavalli, C. Saltini (Rome, Italy). BAL markers of alveolar/capillary abnormality in IPF. Eur Respir J 2012; 40: Suppl. 56, 3622

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