Silicosis in ceramic-industry workers with particular reference to the diagnostic value of bronchoalveolar lavage.
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1991-08-01
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We could identify, via bronchoalveolar lavage, crystals in the lavage fluid and in the alveolar macrophages. Thus, BAL could be another method for diagnosing silicosis patients.
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Chotmaihet Thangphaet.
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Saenghirunvattana S, Charoenpan P, Boonpucknavig V, Sriurairatana S, Apibal S. Silicosis in ceramic-industry workers with particular reference to the diagnostic value of bronchoalveolar lavage. Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand. 1991 Aug; 74(8): 358-62