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  • Title: An overview of respiratory muscle function.
    Author: Epstein SK.
    Journal: Clin Chest Med; 1994 Dec; 15(4):619-39. PubMed ID: 7867279.
    Abstract:
    This article reviews the important features of respiratory muscle structure and function, including fiber types, fatigue, work and efficiency of breathing, neural connections, circulation, and mechanical properties. Emphasis is placed on the functional anatomy and the coordination and interaction of respiratory muscle action. Normal function is contrasted with the respiratory muscle dysfunction seen in patients with neuromuscular disease.
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