Effects of opioids on breathlessness and exercise capacity in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Magnus Ekstrom (Lyckeby, Sweden), Magnus Ekström, Fredrik Nilsson, Amy Abernethy, David Currow

Source: International Congress 2015 – COPD: notable points
Session: COPD: notable points
Session type: Poster Discussion
Number: 4805
Disease area: Airway diseases

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