How relevant is maximal inspiratory pressure in the evaluation of muscle dysfunction in COPD?

V. Tudorache, C. Oancea, N. Bertici, O. F. Mladinescu, A. Chis, M. Marc (Timisoara, Romania)

Source: Annual Congress 2008 - Functionality and metabolism in rehabilitation candidates
Session: Functionality and metabolism in rehabilitation candidates
Session type: Thematic Poster Session
Number: 3367
Disease area: Airway diseases

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