Journal of computer assisted tomography
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J Comput Assist Tomogr · Jul 2013
Low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) in workers previously exposed to asbestos: detection of parenchymal lung disease.
To evaluate the lungs of asymptomatic asbestos-exposed workers who were screened for lung cancer and mesothelioma using low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) for parenchymal abnormalities. ⋯ Low-dose CT could demonstrate parenchymal lung manifestations in this higher-risk asymptomatic group with prior exposure to asbestos in the setting of screening for lung cancer and mesothelioma. Individuals with longer exposure to asbestos and of higher age have more pulmonary abnormalities. The age and the latency of exposure play an important role given that the asbestos-related parenchymal abnormalities on LDCT were more prevalent in the elderly participants and with longer periods of exposure.