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Original Article

Assessment of the Inhalation Technique in Outpatients with Asthma or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Using a Metered-Dose Inhaler or Dry Powder Device

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Pages 273-279 | Published online: 02 Jul 2009

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