Influence of the learning effect on outcome of the six minute walk test performed by heart and lung patients

M. Gudjonsdottir, A. E. Karlsdottir, A. Kristjansdottir, M. Asgeirsdottir, M. R Jonasson (Mosfellsbaer, Reykjavik, Iceland)

Source: Annual Congress 2010 - Outcomes in chronic lung disease: assessing the value of interventions – physical activity, strength and exercise
Disease area: Airway diseases

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