Pneumoconioses

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The pneumoconioses group of lung disease caused by the inhalation of particulates.[1] They are often related to occupation.

Classification

Can be subdivided into fibrosing and non-fibrosis.[1]

Fibrosing pneumoconioses:[1]

See also

References

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 Chong, S.; Lee, KS.; Chung, MJ.; Han, J.; Kwon, OJ.; Kim, TS.. "Pneumoconiosis: comparison of imaging and pathologic findings.". Radiographics 26 (1): 59-77. doi:10.1148/rg.261055070. PMID 16418244.

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