Which consensus better defines airflow obstruction?

M. Duduc, Z. Tarevici, C. Macovei (Iasi, Romania)

Source: Annual Congress 2009 - Respiratory mechanics, tissue and cell dysfunction in pulmonary disease
Session: Respiratory mechanics, tissue and cell dysfunction in pulmonary disease
Session type: E-Communication Session
Number: 1737
Disease area: Airway diseases

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