Asbestosis and silicosis
Wagner, GR
HERO ID
83349
Reference Type
Journal Article
Subtype
Review
Year
1997
Language
English
PMID
| HERO ID | 83349 |
|---|---|
| Material Type | Review |
| In Press | No |
| Year | 1997 |
| Title | Asbestosis and silicosis |
| Authors | Wagner, GR |
| Journal | The Lancet |
| Volume | 349 |
| Issue | 9061 |
| Page Numbers | 1311-1315 |
| Abstract | Interstitial fibrosis resulting from workplace exposure to asbestos and crystalline silica persists throughout the world despite knowledge of the causes and effective means for prevention. Asbestosis and silicosis occurrence is predictable among people overexposed to dusts in various industries and occupations such as mining, construction, manufacturing, and building maintenance. Asbestosis and silicosis are incurable and may be progressive even after dust exposure has ceased, therefore early recognition and supportive interventions are important. Although current disease is a result of past exposures, effective control of current workplace exposures is the only way to prevent continued occurrence of these potentially debilitating diseases. Physicians can contribute to this effort through accurate diagnosis and disease reporting. |
| Doi | 10.1016/S0140-6736(96)07336-9 |
| Pmid | 9142077 |
| Wosid | WOS:A1997WW89900043 |
| Is Certified Translation | No |
| Dupe Override | No |
| Comments | Lancet 349: 1311-1315. |
| Is Public | Yes |
| Language Text | English |
| Is Qa | No |