1. NIOSH - Silicosis: Learn the Facts! This document presents information in an easy to read format describing silica exposures, the effects of silicosis, and methods to protect against silicosis. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
2. Silicosis: eMedicine Pulmonology Pneumoconiosis is the general term for lung disease caused by inhalation of mineral dust. Silicosis is a fibronodular lung disease caused by inhalation of dust containing crystalline silica (alpha-quartz or silicon dioxide), which is distributed w... emedicine.medscape.com
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