Coal workers pneumoconiosis investigations + treatment Flashcards
1
Q
what investigations can be used for coal workers pneumoconiosis(CWP)
A
CXR, HRCT, spirometry
2
Q
what would be typical for a simple pneumoconiosis CXR
A
multiple non-calcified round opacities in upper zones
3
Q
what would be typical for a progressive massive fibrosis(PMF) CXR
A
bilateral, upper-mid zone fibrotic masses
4
Q
what is HRCT used for in CWP
A
to detect progression from simple pneumoconiosis to PMF
5
Q
what is the primary treatment of CWP
A
smoking cessation and removal of coal dust exposure
6
Q
what secondary managements of CWP are there
A
treat co-existing COPD, claim compensation, consider pulmonary rehab if exertional SOB
7
Q
what pattern on spirometry can CWP be
A
obstructive or restrictive
