Body mass and fat mass in refractory asthma: an observational 1 year follow-up study.

Background. Asthma and obesity are common; however the impact of obesity upon asthma remains uncertain. Objectives. To assess relationships between obesity and fat mass with airway inflammation, lung function, and disease control in patients with refractory asthma. Methods. 151 refractory asthma pat...

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Main Authors: Bafadhel, M, Singapuri, A, Terry, S, Hargadon, B, Monteiro, W, Green, R, Bradding, P, Wardlaw, A, Pavord, I, Brightling, C
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2010