Change in lung clearance index (LCI) following intravenous antibiotic intervention in children with CF

E. Scrase, C. Oliver, W. Kozlowska, J. Stocks, P. Aurora (London, United Kingdom)

Source: Annual Congress 2008 - Respiratory physiology in health and disease
Session: Respiratory physiology in health and disease
Session type: Oral Presentation
Number: 3014
Disease area: Paediatric lung diseases

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E. Scrase, C. Oliver, W. Kozlowska, J. Stocks, P. Aurora (London, United Kingdom). Change in lung clearance index (LCI) following intravenous antibiotic intervention in children with CF. Eur Respir J 2008; 32: Suppl. 52, 3014

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