Peripheral muscle atrophy in patients with chronic respiratory failure: effects of muscle electrical stimulation

E. Zanotti, G. Felicetti, M. Maini, C. Fracchia (Montescano, Italy)

Source: Annual Congress 2001 - Outcome determinants of pulmonary rehabilitation and chronic care
Session: Outcome determinants of pulmonary rehabilitation and chronic care
Session type: Poster Discussion
Number: 3262
Disease area: Airway diseases, Respiratory critical care

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