Polysomnographic nocturnal parameters in high altitude climbers: modulating effects of hypoxia training (HT) versus lower resting ventilation (LRV)

C. Lombardi, G. L. Caldara, A. Giglio, G. Savia, P. Banfi, V. Silani, G. Parati (Milan, Piancavallo, Chiari, Italy)

Source: Annual Congress 2006 - Control of breathing
Session: Control of breathing
Session type: Thematic Poster Session
Number: 2443
Disease area: Sleep and breathing disorders

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