Scandinavian journal of work, environment & health
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Scand J Work Environ Health · Jan 1994
ReviewPrevention of lung cancer through the use of knowledge on asbestos and other work-related causes--Norwegian experiences.
This review attempts to estimate the contribution of different known work-related causes of lung cancer in the Norwegian male population in order to predict the potential of prevention of work-related cases. The presented estimates are based on data from epidemiologic studies made in Norway, but may be of significance for other countries with a similar work-force structure. ⋯ The potential for prevention is, however, greater due to synergism. To a less extent compounds of nickel and chromium have also contributed, along with exposure to polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, radon daughters, seafaring work, and other, less significant specific and nonspecific determinants of lung cancer.
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Scand J Work Environ Health · Jan 1982
Drawbacks of clinical diagnoses in epidemiologic research on work-related musculoskeletal morbidity.
Register data on musculoskeletal morbidity in various occupational groups are difficult to use in evaluating possible effects of work because of the inexactness of the definition of the clinical diagnoses and their use in ordinary medical practice. A more precise classification of disorders and ailments would provide a better possibility to establish those relations between work and disease which to exist. Internationally recommended methods for epidemiologic research on occupational musculoskeletal disorders are needed.