Lung clearance index and exercise capacity among children and adolescents survivors of bronchopulmonary dysplasia
Conclusions: Our study showed that children and adolescents with a history of BPD, exhibit mild exercise limitation. They probably develop obstructive lung disease, even though their airflow limitation is not related to inflammation provoked by asthma.
Source: European Respiratory Journal - Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Kouroukli, E., Hatziagorou, E., Sarafidis, K., Tsanakas, J. Tags: Neonatology and paediatric intensive care Source Type: research
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