Diagnostic Utility of Serum Krebs von den Lungen-6 (KL-6) and Surfactant Protein-D (SP-D) Levels in Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis [0.03%]
Asuman Aslan Kara,Adem Koyuncu,Gülden Sarı et al.
Asuman Aslan Kara et al.
Background: This study aimed to investigate the diagnostic and prognostic values of serum Krebs von den Lungen-6 (KL-6) and ve Surfactant Protein-D (SP-D) levels in patients with hypersensitivity pneumonitis (HP). ...
Self-Reported Non-Auditory Effects of High Sound Pressure Levels Exposure in Academic Musicians in Uruguay [0.03%]
Alice Elizabeth González,Fernando Tomasina,Julián D Ortiz Umaña et al.
Alice Elizabeth González et al.
Background: While hearing loss is the most emblematic effect of exposure to high sound pressure levels, it is not neither the first nor the only one. This article explores self-reported effects of exposure to high sound p...
Cognitive Effects of Aluminum Exposure in Cement Factory Workers: A Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) Assessment [0.03%]
Fatma Bozdağ,Sultan Pınar Çetintepe,Mümüne Bozdağ Kiraz et al.
Fatma Bozdağ et al.
Background: Aluminum (Al) is a widely encountered heavy metal with known neurotoxic effects. Occupational exposure, particularly in industrial settings, may impair cognitive functions. This study aimed to evaluate the rel...
Ivan Borrelli,Luca Fontana,Antongiulio Perrotta et al.
Ivan Borrelli et al.
Background: Alcohol consumption is an important occupational risk factor, especially in safety-sensitive sectors such as construction. Alcohol-related psychomotor impairment may increase the risk of workplace injuries and...
Artificial Intelligence in Occupational Health Surveillance: Evaluating AI-Assisted ILO Classification of Radiographs of Pneumoconioses [0.03%]
Antonio Baldassarre,Martina Padovan,Alessandro Palla et al.
Antonio Baldassarre et al.
Background: Pneumoconioses remain an important occupational health issue, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. The International Labour Organization (ILO) Classification standardizes chest radiograph interpre...
Reference Values for Maximal Isometric Handgrip and Pinch Strength in Healthy Italian Adults Without Occupational Biomechanical Overload [0.03%]
Emma Sala,Nicola Riolfi,Alessandro De Bellis et al.
Emma Sala et al.
Background: Handgrip strength (HGS) and pinch strength are key indicators of hand function with relevant clinical and ergonomic implications. In Italy, normative reference values based on combined measurements of grip and pinch strength in ...
Ion Udroiu,Claudia Giliberti,Antonella Sgura
Ion Udroiu
Although less commonly used than internal dose indicators, biological effect indicators can be valuable for Risk Assessment. Among the numerous biomarkers used to date, those that indicate DNA damage could be especially useful for occupatio...
Investigation of the Association Between COVID-19 and Hepatitis B Vaccination Among Healthcare Workers: A Cross-Sectional Study in Turkey [0.03%]
土耳其医护人员新冠肺炎与乙肝疫苗接种关联的调查研究:横断面研究
Seval Müzeyyen Ecin,Abdulsamet Sandal
Seval Müzeyyen Ecin
Backgrounds: Vaccination is a cornerstone of public health. While COVID-19 vaccination became globally prioritized during the pandemic, Hepatitis B immunization has remained a mandatory occupational requirement in Turkey, particularly among...
Breathing the Job: Impaired Pulmonary Function in Hairdressers due to Occupational Chemical Exposure [0.03%]
职业性化学物质暴露导致的美发师肺功能损伤
Zeliha Demir Giden,Elif Demir,Ramazan Giden et al.
Zeliha Demir Giden et al.
Background: Hairdressers are occupationally exposed to harmful factors in the working environment and many cosmetic products. During the professional use of these products, there is exposure to many irritating, allergic, ...