Lung function measurement in respiratory diseases: mechanisms

N. Pride (London, United Kingdom)

Source: Annual Congress 2006 - PG5 - Respiratory physiology: interpreting lung function in health and disease
Session: PG5 - Respiratory physiology: interpreting lung function in health and disease
Session type: Postgraduate Course
Number: 7
Disease area: Airway diseases

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