Asthma in the Workplace

This book provides a comprehensive overview of work-related asthma, covering its historical aspects, epidemiology, risk factors, mechanisms, genetics, other conditions, hypersensitivity pneumonitis, occupational urticaria, and dermatitis. It also assesses workers and workplaces and discusses management, prevention, and medicolegal aspects.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 356 pages
Publication date: 13 September 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

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Asthma is a prevalent respiratory condition that can be triggered or exacerbated by factors present in the workplace. Work-related asthma (WRA) is a specific type of asthma that is caused or aggravated by exposure to substances or conditions at work. This comprehensive textbook provides a detailed overview of all aspects of WRA, including its historical background, epidemiology, risk factors, mechanisms, genetics, and other related conditions.

The book begins by discussing the historical aspects of WRA, including the development of occupational asthma and the recognition of its impact on workers' health. It then moves on to explore the epidemiology of WRA, including the prevalence, incidence, and risk factors associated with this condition. Risk factors for WRA can include exposure to specific agents, such as chemicals, dust, fumes, and allergens, as well as occupational factors such as job design, work environment, and work practices.

The next section of the book focuses on the mechanisms and genetics of WRA. It discusses the underlying mechanisms that lead to the development of WRA, including immune system responses, inflammation, and airway remodeling. It also explores the role of genetic factors in the development and progression of WRA.

The book also covers other types of work-related asthma conditions and variants, such as hypersensitivity pneumonitis, occupational urticaria, and dermatitis. Each of these conditions is discussed in detail, including its symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.

In addition to providing a comprehensive overview of WRA, the book also includes an assessment of workers and workplaces along with management of workers, prevention, and medicolegal aspects. It provides detailed information about specific agents, including a variety of high- and low-molecular weight agents, that can cause or exacerbate WRA.

This textbook is of interest not only to pulmonologists but also to industrial hygienists, researchers, lawyers, and other health professionals in the field of work-related conditions. It provides a comprehensive and up-to-date resource for understanding and managing WRA, as well as for preventing and addressing other work-related respiratory conditions.

Weight: 932g
Dimension: 211 x 278 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032043425
Edition number: 5 New edition