Detection and documentation of asbestosis and mineral pneumoconioses in individuals and populations

P. de Vuyst (Brussels, Belgium)

Source: Annual Congress 2004 - PG10 - Occupational and environmental disorders of the lung parenchyma
Session: PG10 - Occupational and environmental disorders of the lung parenchyma
Session type: Postgraduate Course
Number: 49

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