More than 40 years of evaluation have consistently confirmed the carcinogenicity of
asbestos in all of its forms. This notwithstanding, according to recent figures, the annual …

Asbestos is a descriptive term for a group of naturally occurring minerals known to mankind
since ancient times. The main types of asbestos (chrysotile, and the amphiboles crocidolite …

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 …

Natural carcinogenic fibers are asbestos and asbestiform fibers present as a natural
component of soils or rocks. These fibers are released into the environment resulting in …

Background: Asbestos consumption in Latin America (LA) amounts to 10% of yearly global
production. Little is known about the impact of asbestos exposure in the region. Objective …

In ancient times, asbestos was believed to be a magical mineral; its Greek etymology recalls
eternity. The bio-persistence of asbestos fibres represents a crucial factor of asbestos toxicity …

Advances in computed tomography (CT) scanner technology have made isotropic
volumetric, multiplanar high-resolution lung imaging possible in a single breath-hold, a …

The present study was done to assess cement dust exposure and its relationship to
respiratory health effects, both acute and chronic respiratory symptoms and ventilatory …

The present study evaluates the haematological and cytogenetic risks in subjects
occupationally exposed to cement dust. While cement dust caused indirect haematological …

This study aimed to systematically review and synthesize epidemiological evidence
evaluating the association between occupational man-made vitreous fiber (MMVF) exposure …