Diagnostic accuracy of BAL asbestos body concentration in assessing asbestos occupational exposure: a meta-analysis

S. Greco, S. Contini, G. Crigna, V. Granese, R. Masciangelo, A. Bergamaschi, C. Saltini (Rome, Italy)

Source: Annual Congress 2004 - Pneumoconiosis: from asbestos to popcorn
Session: Pneumoconiosis: from asbestos to popcorn
Session type: Oral Presentation
Number: 3011
Disease area: Interstitial lung diseases

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