Documents Soulat, Jean-Marc 2 results

"This study evaluates individual airborne exposure to gaseous and particulate carcinogenic pollutants in a group of policemen working close to traffic in the center of Grenoble, France.The occupational exposure of policemen does not exceed any currently applicable occupational or medical exposure limits. Individual particulate levels should preferably be monitored in Grenoble in winter to avoid underestimations."

This study examined the high resolution computed tomography and lung function abnormalities in a group of 170 retired workers previously exposed to asbestos during maintenance operations in a nitrate fertilizer plant. The aim of the study was to characterize the effects of short, annual, high asbestos exposure on the pleura and pulmonary parenchyma. Results revealed a high prevalence of pleural plaques and mild parenchymal anomalies.