Prevalence of obstructive and restrictive functional patterns in a population of enviromental asbestos exposed

S. Dragonieri, P. Trerotoli, P. Carratu, O. Resta, M. Musti (Bari, Italy)

Source: Annual Congress 2012 - Abestosis, silicosis and hypersensitivity pneumonitis
Session: Abestosis, silicosis and hypersensitivity pneumonitis
Session type: Thematic Poster Session
Number: 4021

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