Spirometric and hygienic criteria in recognition of occupational COPD in Poland – A retrospective analysis of medical records
Objectives Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) may be work-related. It has been estimated that 15% of the population burden of COPD is attributable to occupational exposure. However, in Poland COPD is rarely recognized as an occupational disease. The aim of the study has been to analyze the...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Nofer Institute of Occupational Medicine
2018-11-01
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Series: | International Journal of Occupational Medicine and Environmental Health |
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Online Access: | http://www.journalssystem.com/ijomeh/Spirometric-and-hygienic-criteria-in-recognition-of-occupational-COPD-in-Poland-a-retrospective-analysis-of-medical-records,67524,0,2.html |