Reproducibility of FEV6 and FVC measurement: dependence on degree of obstruction

D. Schuermans, J. Vandevoorde, S. Verbanck, L. Callebaut, W. Vincken (Brussels, Belgium)

Source: Annual Congress 2006 - Landmark developments in lung function testing: 2006
Session: Landmark developments in lung function testing: 2006
Session type: Oral Presentation
Number: 978
Disease area: Airway diseases

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