Helium cannot simply be exchanged for SF6 in multiple breath washout

S. Fuchs, M. Gappa (Hannover, Wesel, Germany)

Source: Annual Congress 2009 - Paediatric lung function, imaging and methodology in health and disease
Session: Paediatric lung function, imaging and methodology in health and disease
Session type: Thematic Poster Session
Number: 1179
Disease area: Paediatric lung diseases

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