Height estimation from arm span: Is the suggested ATS/ERS formula suitable for all populations?

L. Lihatchi, C. Tudose, D. Bumbacea, D. Ionita (Bucharest, Romania)

Source: Annual Congress 2010 - Quality measurement and improvement in lung function
Session: Quality measurement and improvement in lung function
Session type: E-Communication Session
Number: 3966
Disease area: Airway diseases

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