Silicose

Paul K. Schoonbeek; Arnoud J. G. Knoops; Gerda J. de Groene; C. Niels A. van der Sloot

Silicose

Translated title of the contribution: Silicosis

Paul K. Schoonbeek, Arnoud J. G. Knoops, Gerda J. de Groene, C. Niels A. van der Sloot

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BACKGROUND: Silicosis is a potentially severe but preventable occupational lung disease caused by inhalation of silica particles. There is a wide application in the usage of silica especially in lesser known industries. This disease has yet not been eradicated due to insufficient application of protective measures. CASE DESCRIPTION: A 57-year-old patient presents to the pulmonary outpatient clinic with progressive dyspnea d'effort. The professional history states that he worked as a sandblaster 10 years ago. The accompanying protective measures were not properly followed by the patient at the time. The CT chest showed a nodular interstitial lung disease and silica particles were detected in the bronchial lavage conforming the diagnosis of silicosis. CONCLUSION: Early detection of silicosis is essential to prevent further lung damage and silicosis associated complications. The occupational history and radiological diagnostics are essential to confirm the diagnosis. There is no specific treatment for silicosis. Therefore prevention is better than cure.

Translated title of the contribution	Silicosis
Original language	Dutch
Journal	Nederlands Tijdschrift voor Geneeskunde
Volume	167
Publication status	Published - 28 Jun 2023

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