The inclusion of peak expiratory flow (PEF) among selection criteria of the ”best test“ may increase diagnostic ability of forced vital capacity (FVC)

G. Matteelli, F. Di Pede, F. Pistelli, S. Baldacci, A. Scognamiglio, L. Chiaffi, E. Polverino, F. Martini, L. Carrozzi, G. Viegi (Pisa, Italy)

Source: Annual Congress 2001 - Rhinitis, asthma and COPD
Session: Rhinitis, asthma and COPD
Session type: Poster Discussion
Number: 1422
Disease area: Airway diseases

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