The Journal of Pediatrics
Volume 126, Issue 2 , Pages 185-190 , February 1995

Subsequent insect stings in children with hypersensitivity to Hymenoptera

Received 15 April 1994 ,Accepted 10 August 1994.

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The Journal of Pediatrics
Volume 126, Issue 2 , Pages 185-190 , February 1995

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