To investigate the perceived need for trained spirometry technicians in India

M. Barne, M. Singh, K. Gaikwad, S. Chhowala, J. Gogtay, S. Salvi (Pune, Mumbai, India)

Source: Annual Congress 2010 - Advances in lung function II
Session: Advances in lung function II
Session type: Thematic Poster Session
Number: 2827
Disease area: Airway diseases

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