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Aberer, W., Snauwaert, J.E., Render, UM. (2009). Allergic Reaction to Pigments and Metals. In: Cuyper, C.D., Pérez-Cotapos S, M.L. (eds) Dermatologic Complications with Body Art. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-03292-9_6
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