The six minute walk distance is the best predictor of physical activity in severe COPD patients

W. Kunanusornchai (Nakhon Prathom, Thailand)

Source: International Congress 2017 – Assessing functional outcomes in chronic respiratory disease
Session: Assessing functional outcomes in chronic respiratory disease
Session type: Poster Discussion
Number: 4700
Disease area: Airway diseases

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