Effect of air travel and altitude in patients with respiratory conditions

Konrad E. Bloch (Zurich, Switzerland)

Source: International Congress 2015 – ME8 Effect of air travel and altitude in patients with respiratory conditions
Session: ME8 Effect of air travel and altitude in patients with respiratory conditions
Session type: Meet the expert
Number: 4403

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