Lung clearance index in adult cystic fibrosis patients: the role of convection-dependent lung units

Verbanck Sylvia, Paiva Manuel, Paeps Erika, Schuermans Daniel, Malfroot Anne, Vincken Walter, Vanderhelst Eef

Source: Eur Respir J 2013; 42: 380-388
Journal Issue: August
Disease area: Airway diseases, Paediatric lung diseases

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