Signs of hyperinflation and inhomogeneous ventilation in individuals w

Signs of hyperinflation and inhomogeneous ventilation in individuals w

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VA/TLC showed significant difference between PiZZ and control compared to oscillometry. VA/TLC may be a more sensitive indicator of ventilation heterogenicity.

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