Effect of growth hormone (GH) therapy on obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in children with Prader Willi Syndrome (PWS)

M. Pavone, M. G. Paglietti, A. Petrone, A. Crinò, M. B. Chiarini, T. Salerno, A. Di Marco, R. Cutrera (Rome, Italy)

Source: Annual Congress 2005 - Lung function in infants and children in health and disease
Session: Lung function in infants and children in health and disease
Session type: Thematic Poster Session
Number: 3908
Disease area: Sleep and breathing disorders

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