Occupational asthma. Serious consequences for workers and employers.
Patients affected by occupational asthma have respiratory symptoms that may persist for months, years, or even life. Hundreds of substances have been implicated in the disease, and the list is expected to grow. The authors discuss management of this sometimes life-threatening condition and emphasize the importance of environmental controls to prevent future cases.
Alberts
W M
WM
Respiratory Care Services, H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute, Tampa, FL 33612, USA.
Brooks
S M
SM
D001249:Asthma / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D009784:Occupational Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy