Carbon monoxide transfer factor (DL,CO), age and gender add to the BODE index to predict survival in COPD patients

E. Marchand (Yvoir, Belgium)

Source: International Congress 2017 – What is new in COPD management and prognosis: findings from large studies?
Session: What is new in COPD management and prognosis: findings from large studies?
Session type: Poster Discussion
Number: 4963

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