X-rays Fail to Detect Silicosis in Stone Workers: Radiologists

Oct 14, 2019 | Silicosis

X-rays Fail to Detect Silicosis in Stone Workers: Radiologists

Chest X-rays on workers exposed to dust from manufactured stone are “failing to reliably detect” serious lung disease, with one study showing X-rays overlooked disease in more than 40% of workers. The Royal College of Radiologists […]

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