Evaluation of robustness of valved holding chambers (VHCs) following repeated dishwasher cycles in-use

Jason Suggett (London, Canada), Jason Suggett, Mark Nagel, Angelica Botero, Jolyon Mitchell

Source: International Congress 2015 – Management of asthma and other respiratory diseases in primary care
Session: Management of asthma and other respiratory diseases in primary care
Session type: Thematic Poster Session
Number: 1242
Disease area: Airway diseases, Paediatric lung diseases

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