Espartosis: hypersensitivity pneumonitis in construction plasterers. The aetiological role of fungi

A. Roger, F. Morell, M. J. Cruz, M. J. Rodrigo, X. Muñoz (Barcelona, Spain)

Source: Annual Congress 2002 - Exposure to bioaerosols and organic allergens
Session: Exposure to bioaerosols and organic allergens
Session type: Poster Discussion
Number: 2426
Disease area: Interstitial lung diseases

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