Health hazards due to the inhalation of amorphous silica
Abstract
Occupational exposure to crystalline silica dust is associated with an increased risk for pulmonary diseases such as silicosis, tuberculosis, chronic bronchitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and lung cancer. This review summarizes the current knowledge about the health effects of amorphous (non-crystalline) forms of silica. The major problem in the assessment of health effects of amorphous silica is its contamination with...
Paper Details
Title
Health hazards due to the inhalation of amorphous silica
Published Date
Nov 29, 2001
Journal
Volume
75
Issue
11-12
Pages
625 - 634
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