Notes in 12. Pneumoconiosis

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Published	06/26/2023	Pneumoconiosis → pulmonary disease caused by inhalation of {{c1::inorganic dust}}
Published	06/26/2023	Silicosis → overview silicon dioxide → most abundant mineral on Earth, found in quartz Silicosis → pulmonary disease caused by inhalation of…
Published	06/26/2023	silicosis → risk factors occupational exposure to silica dust {{c1::Quarry}} work → granite, slate, quartz {{c1::pottery}} artisans&nbs…
Published	06/26/2023	silicosis → prevalence >1 million US at increased risk of developing silicosis due to occupational exposure around 200 deaths annually&nb…
Published	06/26/2023	silicosis → disease variants chronic → s/sx develop {{c1::10-30 years}} after exposure "Simple Silicosis" accelerated → S/Sx varia…
Published	06/26/2023	silicosis → signs and symptoms Chronic → often {{c1::asymptomatic}}dyspnea on exertion non-productive cough {{c1::crackles}} and c…
Published	06/26/2023	silicosis → diagnosis radiographic findings silicotic {{c1::nodules}} → multiple, small, round, nodular opacities primarily in the…
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Published	06/26/2023	Silicosis → complications 3 fold increase in risk for {{c1::TB infection}} with Silicosis Increased risk of developing {{c1::lung cance…
Published	06/26/2023	Silicosis → management removal from exposure is mainstay of management non-specific supportive management {{c1::corticosteroids}}oxygen…
Published	06/26/2023	Coal workers Pneumoconiosis → overview pulmonary disease due to inhalation and deposition of {{c1::coal dust particles}}{{c1::Black Lung}}
Published	06/26/2023	Coal Workers Pneumoconiosis → epidemiology coal mine health and safety act 1969{{c1::Compensation}} for dz'd pts Rate retention clause …
Published	06/26/2023	Coal Workers Pneumoconiosis → risk factors>100K coal miners employed in US Prevalence varies based on {{c1::mining}} region Appalach…
Published	06/26/2023	coal workers pneumoconoiosis 4 types of coal → based on carbon content, geologic age, oxygen content Bituminous → MC in US, contaminated wit…
Published	06/26/2023	coal workers pneumoconiosis → clinical presentation signs and symptoms dyspnea cough frequent → {{c1::fine crackles}}+ chroni…
Published	06/26/2023	Coal workers Pneumoconiosis → diagnosis radiographic findings → small nodules predominately in the {{c1::upper lung}} w/ {{c1::hyperinf…
Published	06/26/2023	coal workers pneumoconiosis → management no established tx supportive treatment alone close monitoring for {{c1::mycobacterium}} i…
Published	06/26/2023	coal workers pneumoconiosis → complicationsincreased risk of {{c1::mycobacterium infection}} increased risk of {{c1::chronic bronchitis…
Published	06/26/2023	Berylliosis → overview Granulomatous pulmonary disease caused by inhalation of {{c1::Beryllium}}, a rare light metal extracted from beryl or…
Published	06/26/2023	Berylliosis → signs and symptoms acute berylliosis acute {{c1::pneumonitis}}{{c1::conjunctivits}}periorbital {{c1::edema}}nasophar…
Published	06/26/2023	Berylliosis → diagnosis CXR → normal (50%) {{c1::hilar lymphadenopathy}} and increased interstital lung markings → similar to sarcoidosis&nb…
Published	06/26/2023	Berylliosis → management eliminate exposure {{c1::corticosteroids}} oxygenComplications increased mortality in cases of {{c1:…
Published	06/26/2023	Asbestos → overview group of six naturally occurring minerals composed of soft, flexible fibers that are {{c1::heat}} and {{c1::acid}} resistant&…
Published	06/26/2023	Asbestos → overview found in building insulation brake lining flooring paintcement roofing tiles production ended i…
Published	06/26/2023	asbestos → overview asbestos causes {{c1::interstital pneumonitis}} and {{c1::fibrosis}}disease severity based on level of exposure&nbs…
Published	06/26/2023	asbestos → signs and symptoms non-specific symptoms dyspnea bibasilar {{c1::rales}}+/- clubbing change in {{c1::PFT}} re…
Published	06/26/2023	asbestos → diagnosis physical exam → bibasilar {{c1::crackles}}CXR {{c1::pleural plaques}} greater in the {{c2::lower lobes}}&nbsp…
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Published	06/26/2023	Asbestos CXR → {{c1::pleural plaques}}
Published	06/26/2023	Asbestos CXR → {{c1::shaggy heart}} sign
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Published	06/26/2023	asbestos management no specific therapysupportive care {{c1::bronchodilators}} oxygen +/- Lung transplant smoking cessation&n…
Published	06/26/2023	asbestos → complications increased risk of developing Most common → {{c1::bronchogenic carcinoma}}most specific → {{c2::malignant …
Published	06/26/2023	Byssinosis → overview pulmonary disease due to exposure of → (3) {{c1::cotton, hemp, flax}}"Brown Lung Disease"
Published	06/26/2023	Byssinosis → overview risk factors occupational exposure to {{c1::textile industry}} workers S/sx Dyspnea, {{c1::wheezin…
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