Pneumoconiosis Flashcards
1
Q
define pneumoconiosis
A
group of diseases caused by mineral dust exposure
2
Q
what do pneumoconiosis present with?
A
crackles
SOB
cough
3
Q
define CWP
A
this is caused by exposure to coal dust
4
Q
diagnosis of CWP
A
- spirometry shows a restrictive defect
- CXR (eggshell calcification)
5
Q
management of CWP
A
- smoking cessation
- removal of occupation exposure
6
Q
define silicosis
A
lung defect caused by exposure to quartz (glass works)
7
Q
diagnosis of silicosis
A
- CXR (eggshell calcification of hilar nodes and snowstorm) PA
- spirometry shows a restrictive defect
8
Q
CXR for baritosis
A
snow storm appearance
9
Q
management of silicosis
A
lung lavage
10
Q
define asbestosis
A
prolonged exposure to asbestos (presents 30-40 years after exposure)
11
Q
diagnosis of asbestosis
A
- asbestos bodies in sputum
- asbestos fibres in biopsy
- CXR
12
Q
management of asbestosis
A
- supportive
- monitoring for progressive to mesothelioma
