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At present, the use of asbestos is not regulated at a worldwide scale. Moreover, there is a
latency period between asbestos exposure and the manifestations of asbestos-related …

Most studies on asbestos-related diseases are based on chest radiographs, and dose–
response relationships are still controversial. The aim of this study was to describe the most …

While there are hundreds of books available on many different aspects of asbestos, none
contain the encyclopedic, comprehensive coverage you will find here. Edited by leading …

We conducted a computed tomography (CT) screening for lung cancer in a high-risk
population. Six hundred and two workers (38–81 years, 97% smokers) with asbestos-related …

Objectives This study tested a new high-resolution computed tomography (HRCT) scoring
method for asbestos-induced parenchymal changes in the lung. Methods HRCT scans of …

To analyze occupation, expert-evaluated cumulative exposure, and radiographic
abnormalities as indicators of asbestos-related cancer risk we followed 16,696 male …

This paper provides a review of the relevant literature on refractory ceramic fibers (RCFs),
summarizing relevant data and information on the manufacture, processing, applications …

Deposition of types I and III collagen is a typical feature in the development of pulmonary
fibrosis. We assessed the propeptides of these procollagens as prognostic markers in 18 …

Background: Construction workers are exposed to quartz containing respirable dust, at
levels that may cause fibrosis in the lungs. Studies so far have not established a dose …