Asthma induced by ivory dust: a new occupational cause.
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چکیده
A case of asthma is reported that was due to ivory from the tusk of the elephant, a cause of occupational asthma unique to Africa.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Thorax
دوره 43 9 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1988