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Pneumoconiosis in Mica Miners: Diagnosis & Control by Nursing Superintendent (SH) is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The document discusses a case study on pneumoconiosis among miners in Bihar, India. It defines pneumoconiosis as lung disease caused by inhaling dust particles. Given the symptoms and chest x-ray findings in the miners, the most likely diagnosis is silicosis from inhaling crystalline silica dust. Prevention and control involves reducing dust exposure through engineering controls, personal protective equipment, work practices, medical surveillance, regulatory compliance, and occupational health programs. A c
- Author
- Nursing Superintendent (SH)
- Language
- EN