Comparison of mobility, shortening velocity and diaphragmatic thickness between pre-term and term infant: a pilot study

F. Silva (Recife, Brazil), H. De Souza (Recife, Brazil), R. Nunes (Recife, Brazil), P. Magalhaes (Recife, Brazil), L. Melo (Recife, Brazil), D. Brandão (Recife, Brazil), A. Dornelas De Andrade (Recife, Brazil), C. Reinaux (Recife, Brazil)

Source: International Congress 2018 – The value of lung function testing in various pathophysiological conditions
Session: The value of lung function testing in various pathophysiological conditions
Session type: Thematic Poster
Number: 2443
Disease area: Paediatric lung diseases

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