Comparison of an ultrasonic spirometer against a fully calibrated and quality assured pneumotachograph system over a one month period

C. Smith, R. Vaughn, R. Carter (Glasgow, United Kingdom)

Source: Annual Congress 2006 - The evolving role of spirometry
Session: The evolving role of spirometry
Session type: Thematic Poster Session
Number: 1611
Disease area: Airway diseases

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