Routine measurement of the LCI in CF with an ultrasonic device for multiple breath nitrogen washout

S. Fuchs, E. Petri, G. Hülskamp, M. Gappa (Wesel, Münster, Germany)

Source: Annual Congress 2012 - New understanding of childhood lung disease through physiological measurement
Session: New understanding of childhood lung disease through physiological measurement
Session type: Poster Discussion
Number: 4601
Disease area: Paediatric lung diseases

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