(en) TO THE EDITOR : Maintaining exercise tolerance in individuals with cystic fibrosis (CF) is essential to limit the impact of the disease and increase survival. The cardio-respiratory responses to exercise provide an indication of exercise tolerance, which can be used to prevent unwanted effects during exercise. The 6-minute walk test (6MWT) is the gold standard field test for the evaluation of exercise capacity, however this test requires space and cannot always be performed. [...]
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