Not the mean value of peak inspiratory flow (PIF), but the number of patients who are able to gain minimal and/or optimal peak inspiratory flow with resistence represented dry powder inhaler, is the proper measure of its utility

E. Florkiewicz (Sieradz, Poland)

Source: Annual Congress 2001 - Monitoring acute lung disease
Session: Monitoring acute lung disease
Session type: Thematic Poster Session
Number: 1655
Disease area: Airway diseases

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E. Florkiewicz (Sieradz, Poland). Not the mean value of peak inspiratory flow (PIF), but the number of patients who are able to gain minimal and/or optimal peak inspiratory flow with resistence represented dry powder inhaler, is the proper measure of its utility. Eur Respir J 2001; 16: Suppl. 31, 1655

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