JOEM: Silica Exposure and Cardiovascular (September 2023)-JOEM: Silica Exposure and Cardiovascular (September 2023)

JOEM: Silica Exposure and Cardiovascular (September 2023)

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This study examined the relationship between silica exposure and morbidity in male Swedish iron foundry workers. It found an increased risk of diseases including ischemic heart disease, cerebrovascular disease, COPD, bronchitis, and pneumonia. The study suggests even low levels of silica exposure can be harmful and calls for monitoring and controlling exposure in the foundry industry. Limitations include lack of information on other risk factors and short exposure time.

Keywords

silica exposure

morbidity

Swedish iron foundry workers

ischemic heart disease

cerebrovascular disease

COPD

bronchitis

pneumonia

monitoring and controlling exposure

foundry industry