Total lung capacity % predicted explains reduced maximum aerobic capacity in patients with limited systemic sclerosis

M. Ninaber, A. Schouffoer, J. Stolk, K. Rabe, A. Schuerwegh (Netherlands)

Source: Annual Congress 2010 - Pathogenesis of diffuse parenchymal lung disease
Session: Pathogenesis of diffuse parenchymal lung disease
Session type: Thematic Poster Session
Number: 4185
Disease area: Airway diseases, Interstitial lung diseases

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