FEV1/FEV6 and FEV6: sensitivity and specificity in detecting obstructive and restrictive disease of older patients

C. Sorino, G. Augugliaro, C. Pedone, M. Spatafora, R. Antonelli-Incalzi, V. Bellia (Palermo, Roma, Italy)

Source: Annual Congress 2008 - Quality spirometry: the only spirometry!
Session: Quality spirometry: the only spirometry!
Session type: E-Communication Session
Number: 3220
Disease area: Airway diseases

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