FEV6 as a surrogate for FVC in detecting airways obstruction and restriction in the workplace

Akpinar-Elci M., Fedan K. B., Enright P. L.

Source: Eur Respir J 2006; 27: 374-377
Journal Issue: February
Disease area: Airway diseases

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