Suboptimal CPAP adherence: half a loaf is better than no bread at all

Martha E. Billings, Patrick Lévy, Najib Ayas

Source: Eur Respir J, 55 (3) 2000144; 10.1183/13993003.00144-2020
Journal Issue: March
Disease area: Sleep and breathing disorders

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