Sensitivity and specificity of lung function tests for the presence of emphysema

R. Carter, R. Stockley (Birmingham, United Kingdom)

Source: Annual Congress 2009 - Imaging of COPD, asthma and emphysema in evolution
Session: Imaging of COPD, asthma and emphysema in evolution
Session type: E-Communication Session
Number: 2895
Disease area: Airway diseases

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