| Literature DB >> 17273597 |
Mario Terra Filho1, Ubiratan de Paula Santos.
Abstract
This chapter presents a review of the national and international literature on the subject of silicosis. Epidemiological, pathological, diagnostic and pulmonary function aspects are discussed. The clinical classification and methods of treating silicosis are reviewed, as are other silicarelated diseases such as tuberculosis, lung cancer and scleroderma. Prevention and medical-legal aspects are also discussed.Entities:
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Year: 2006 PMID: 17273597 DOI: 10.1590/s1806-37132006000800008
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Bras Pneumol ISSN: 1806-3713 Impact factor: 2.624