Spirometry in primary care; a need for standardization

M. Arne (Karlstad, Sweden)

Source: Annual Congress 2002 - Detection and treatment of COPD in general practice
Session: Detection and treatment of COPD in general practice
Session type: Oral Presentation
Number: 2641
Disease area: Airway diseases

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