Asbestosis Flashcards
1
Q
description
A
caused by inhalation of asbestos fibres
white asbestos is least-fibrogenic
blue is most fibrogenic
2
Q
presentation
A
progressive dyspnoea
clubbing
fine-end inspiratory crackles
pleural plaques
3
Q
complications
A
increased risk of bronchial adenocarcinoma and mesothelioma
4
Q
treatment
A
symptomatic management
