Comparison of incremental and constant load tests of inspiratory muscle endurance in COPD

Hill K., Jenkins S. C., Philippe D. L., Shepherd K. L., Hillman D. R., Eastwood P. R.

Source: Eur Respir J 2007; 30: 479-486
Journal Issue: September
Disease area: Airway diseases

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