Lung function testing in the elderly – can we still use FEV1/FVC < 70% as a criterion of COPD?

A. Medbø, H. Melbye (Tromsø, Norway)

Source: Annual Congress 2006 - Respiratory diseases in primary care
Session: Respiratory diseases in primary care
Session type: Electronic Poster Discussion
Number: 3600
Disease area: Airway diseases

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