Fluctuation analysis of lung function as a predictor of long-term response to β2-agonists

Thamrin C., Stern G., Strippoli M-P. F., Kuehni C. E., Suki B., Taylor D. R., Frey U.

Source: Eur Respir J 2009; 33: 486-493
Journal Issue: March
Disease area: Airway diseases

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