Does presence of multiple viruses in the stable state predispose COPD patients to exacerbations?

M. Vanspauwen, F. Franssen, C. Bruggeman, E. Wouters, C. Linssen (Maastricht, Horn, Netherlands)

Source: Annual Congress 2011 - Role of infection in exacerbations of COPD
Session: Role of infection in exacerbations of COPD
Session type: Poster Discussion
Number: 3012
Disease area: Airway diseases, Respiratory infections

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