Sensitivity of diagnostic tools for silicosis associated to fabrication of quartz conglomerates

Conclusions: Chest HRCT is the most sensitive diagnostic tool for the detection of silicosis, while reduction in DLco is the most frequent functional abnormality. The results suggest that chest HRCT is indicated for screening of workers with high cumulative exposure to silica.

Source: European Respiratory Journal - November 20, 2019 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Guarnieri, G., Salasnich, M., Lucernoni, P., Sbaraglia, M., Putzu, M. G., Zuliani, P., Vio, S., Liviero, F., Maculan, P., Mason, P., Maestrelli, P. Tags: Occupational and environmental health Source Type: research