Asthma and exposure to quaternary ammonium compounds in healthcare settings

M. Gonzalez, M. C. Kopfferschmitt, C. Donnay, G. Hedelin, M. Velten, A. Cantineau, F. de Blay (Strasbourg, France)

Source: Annual Congress 2011 - The work environment in the clinic
Session: The work environment in the clinic
Session type: Poster Discussion
Number: 4936
Disease area: Airway diseases

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