Initial diagnosis of COPD: the role of primary care and when to refer

M. Levy (Middlesex, United Kingdom)

Source: Annual Congress 2006 - PG13 - COPD: from aetiology to management
Session: PG13 - COPD: from aetiology to management
Session type: Postgraduate Course
Number: 85
Disease area: Airway diseases

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