A low-dose (1.0 mcg) rapid ACTH test and adrenal function in adult patients with bronchial asthma treated with inhaled corticosteroids

K. Fujita, S. Kasayama, M. Otsuki, M. Tanemura, A. Miyatake (Shiga, Osaka, Kyoto, Japan)

Source: Annual Congress 2007 - Novel issues in the treatment and control of asthma
Session: Novel issues in the treatment and control of asthma
Session type: Thematic Poster Session
Number: 560
Disease area: Airway diseases

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K. Fujita, S. Kasayama, M. Otsuki, M. Tanemura, A. Miyatake (Shiga, Osaka, Kyoto, Japan). A low-dose (1.0 mcg) rapid ACTH test and adrenal function in adult patients with bronchial asthma treated with inhaled corticosteroids. Eur Respir J 2007; 30: Suppl. 51, 560

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