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Record 1 2012-02-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • The Lungs
  • Occupational Health and Safety
DEF

Pneumoconiosis caused by prolonged inhalation of dust containing iron salt; usually occurring in iron miners and arc welders.

OBS

Often confused with silicosis [or grinders' disease], which is disabling.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Poumons
  • Santé et sécurité au travail
DEF

Pneumoconiose due à l'inhalation de poussières de fer.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Pulmones
  • Salud y seguridad en el trabajo
DEF

Neumoconiosis producida por el polvo de los minerales de hierro.

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