Changes in pulmonary mean transit time demonstrated by the scintigraphic first pass technique in patients receiving radiation therapy
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Abstract
Pulmonary mean transit time was assessed in 32 patients. A significant difference in this parameter is demonstrated between normals and those patients who have received radiotherapy.
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Pulmonary mean transit time First pass RadiotherapyReferences
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