Expiratory flow limitation (EFL) in obesity: the effect of postural change

I. Iandelli, C. Bruschi, C. Fracchia, P. Crotti, E. Robbi, F. Fanfulla (Montescano, Italy)

Source: Annual Congress 2001 - Respiratory mechanics in health and disease
Session: Respiratory mechanics in health and disease
Session type: Oral Presentation
Number: 2406
Disease area: Airway diseases

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