Endurance test vs six-minute walk test for evaluation of respiratory rehabilitation

P. U. Brito, P. Ramalho, L. Fernandes, C. Rodrigues, J. Moita (Coimbra, Portugal)

Source: International Congress 2014 – Best posters in physical activity, exercise testing and muscles
Session: Best posters in physical activity, exercise testing and muscles
Session type: Thematic Poster Session
Number: 3691
Disease area: Airway diseases

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P. U. Brito, P. Ramalho, L. Fernandes, C. Rodrigues, J. Moita (Coimbra, Portugal). Endurance test vs six-minute walk test for evaluation of respiratory rehabilitation. Eur Respir J 2014; 44: Suppl. 58, 3691

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