Measurement of vital capacity in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis – Forced and slowly performed

Tiina Andersen (Bergen, Norway), Tiina Andersen, Astrid Sandnes, Maria Vollsæter, Thomas Halvorsen, Ove Fondenes, Ola Røksund

Source: International Congress 2015 – Latest insights into the management of chronic respiratory diseases
Session: Latest insights into the management of chronic respiratory diseases
Session type: Thematic Poster Session
Number: 3730

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