Silicosis in ceramic-industry workers with particular reference to the diagnostic value of bronchoalveolar lavage.

Saenghirunvattana, S; Charoenpan, P; Boonpucknavig, V; Sriurairatana, S; Apibal, S

Saenghirunvattana, S; Charoenpan, P; Boonpucknavig, V; Sriurairatana, S; Apibal, S.

Article in English | IMSEAR | ID: sea-41662

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We could identify, via bronchoalveolar lavage, crystals in the lavage fluid and in the alveolar macrophages. Thus, BAL could be another method for diagnosing silicosis patients.

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Adult; Bronchoalveolar Lavage Fluid; Ceramics; Humans; Industry; Macrophages, Alveolar/ultrastructure; Male; Silicosis/etiology

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Full text: Available Index: IMSEAR (South-East Asia) Main subject: Silicosis / Humans / Male / Bronchoalveolar Lavage Fluid / Ceramics / Macrophages, Alveolar / Adult / Industry Type of study: Prognostic study Language: English Year: 1991 Type: Article

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