The Importance of Inhaler Devices: An Incorrect Inhaler Technique Leads to Suboptimal Medication Compliance In Patients With Copd
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The importance of inhaler devices: the choice of inhaler device may lead to suboptimal adherence in COPD patients
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عنوان ژورنال: Value in Health
سال: 2015
ISSN: 1098-3015
DOI: 10.1016/j.jval.2015.09.703