Comparison between intrabreath and nitric oxide/carbon monoxide methods (DLNO/CO single breath) to evaluate diffusion capacity of the lung and pulmonary capillary volume (Qc)

L. Bertoletti, J. M. Vergnon, F. Costes (Saint-Etienne, France)

Source: Annual Congress 2007 - Lung function II
Session: Lung function II
Session type: Thematic Poster Session
Number: 2066
Disease area: Interstitial lung diseases

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