Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2902254 | Chest | 2009 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
Details about job duties and occupational respiratory exposures were documented in the records of approximately half of patients with newly diagnosed chronic bronchitis. Patient self-reports of occupational exposures and respiratory symptoms were common. A determination that occupational exposures contributed to chronic bronchitis was rare. Few patients were counseled to take measures to avoid occupational exposures. Work-related chronic bronchitis may be incompletely assessed and undermanaged by clinicians.
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Authors
Ware G. MD, FCCP, Shainy MBBS, Madhuri BSc, MSc,