Respiratory effects following a fire at a chemical waste depot 6 years previously

F. Greven, F. Duijm, H. Kerstjens, P. Eppinga, G. de Meer, D. Heederik (Groningen, Drachten, Utrecht, Netherlands)

Source: Annual Congress 2008 - Asthma and inhalation injuries at work
Session: Asthma and inhalation injuries at work
Session type: Oral Presentation
Number: 3194
Disease area: Airway diseases

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