Variability of the peak inspiratory flow (PIF) measurement

D. Schuermans, S. Hanon, S. Verbanck, W. Vincken (Brussels, Belgium)

Source: Annual Congress 2001 - Respiratory measurements (from FEV1 to respiratory resistance)
Session: Respiratory measurements (from FEV1 to respiratory resistance)
Session type: Poster Discussion
Number: 1432
Disease area: Airway diseases

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