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Role of Steroids in COPD

Sharma, Dr. Vishnu (2002) Role of Steroids in COPD. [Journal (On-line/Unpaginated)]

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Abstract

There has been a lot of debate regarding the role of steroids in the management of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. Now with a better understanding of the pathophysiology of COPD, the role of steroids in the management of COPD has become clearer.

Item Type:Journal (On-line/Unpaginated)
Keywords:COPD, Steroids
Subjects:JOURNALS > Online Journal of Health and Allied Sciences
ID Code:3189
Deposited By: Kakkilaya Bevinje, Dr. Srinivas
Deposited On:09 Oct 2003
Last Modified:11 Mar 2011 08:55

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