Poor Lung Function of Industrial Workers of Bhutan: a retrospective study

Poor Lung Function of Industrial Workers of Bhutan: a retrospective study

Introduction: Occupational lung diseases are some of the common causes of lung function impairment. Spirometry is a gold standard to determine lung function and, to diagnose obstructive and restrictive lung diseases. Therefore, this study aimed to determine the prevalence of abnormal lung function a...

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Main Authors:	Phurpa, Sonam Chhoden, Karma Wangdi, Chador Wangdi
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Khesar Gyalpo University of Medical Sciences of Bh 2022-08-01
Series:	Bhutan Health Journal
Online Access:	https://bhj.com.bt/index.php/bhj/article/view/213

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