Incidence of exercise induced asthma (EIA) in elite female swimmers. Comparison of four tests

S. Winther, K. R. Larsen, V. Backer, E. Fritzbøger (Copenhagen, Denmark)

Source: Annual Congress 2004 - Understanding the complexity of how airways are regulated
Session: Understanding the complexity of how airways are regulated
Session type: Oral Presentation
Number: 1501
Disease area: Airway diseases

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