126 results on '"Ebbehøj, Niels"'
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102. 0171 Sedentary work and risk of venous thromboembolism
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Johannesen, Camilla Ditlev Lindhardt, Flachs, Esben Meulengracht, Ebbehøj, Niels E, Marott, Jacob Louis, Jensen, Gorm Boje, Børge, G, Schnohr, Peter, and Bonde, Jens Peter E
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ObjectiveProlonged seated immobility during long-distance flights is related to an increased risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE) but little is known on the risk, if any, related to sedentary work. The objective of this paper was to examine the risk of VTE according to sitting posture at work.MethodsA total of 88 077 participants from the Copenhagen City Heart Study and the Copenhagen General Population Study were included in the study cohort, all without previous thromboembolic events and aged below 65 years. Activity level at work was obtained at baseline through self-administered questionnaires. VTEs were identified through national patient registries with complete coverage. Survival analyses were performed to determine the risk of VTE according to activity level at work with adjustment for a range of known determinants including lifestyle and coagulation factors.ResultsDuring the follow-up period of 5 79 116 person years (mean follow-up, 7 years) 805 participants experienced their first venous thromboembolic event. 42% of the population categorised themselves as sedentary workers. Multivariable adjusted analyses showed no difference in risk of VTE between sedentary and walking work [hazard ratio (HR) 0.95 (95% confidence interval (CI), 0.80–1.14)]. Likewise, when considering activity level at work on a continuous scale, defined by Metabolic equivalents (METs), multivariable adjusted HR for 1 MET increase was 1.04 (95% CI 0.96–1.13).ConclusionSedentary work defined by a wide-range group of occupations, is not a risk factor for VTE. Whether certain occupations with particularly high exposure to immobilised sitting positions are associated with thromboembolic events is not addressed.
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- 2017
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103. 0355 Mortality in a cohort of danish firefighters
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Petersen, Kajsa, Pedersen, Julie Elbæk, Bonde, Jens Peter, Ebbehøj, Niels, and Hansen, Johnni
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ObjectiveFirefighters are exposed occupationally to a complex range of potential health threats including toxic chemicals, shift work, excessive heat, physical and emotional strain. The aim of this study is to examine the resulting pattern of mortality among Danish firefighters.MethodPast and present male Danish firefighters were identified through systematic collection of personnel and membership records from employers and trade unions from the entire country (n=11,529). Using the unique Danish personal identification number, information on additional employment, vital status and cause of death was linked to each member of the cohort from the Supplementary Pension Fund Register, the Danish Civil Registration System and the Danish Register of Causes of Death. Standardised mortality ratios (SMRs) were calculated for specific causes of death using rates for two selected reference groups, a sample of the working population and military employees respectively.ResultsCompared to both the sample of the working population and the military, overall mortality was significantly reduced among the firefighters (SMR 0.74, 95% CI 0.69–0.78 and SMR 0.87, 95% CI 0.82–0.93). In addition, the SMRs for mental disorders, endocrine disorders, suicides, accidents and other external causes were significantly reduced against both reference groups.ConclusionDespite possible exposure to numerous occupational hazards, male Danish firefighters have a significantly lower mortality compared to both a sample of the Danish working population and the military.
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- 2017
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104. 0354 Incidence of cardiovascular disease among danish firefighters – a cohort study
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Pedersen, Julie Elbæk, Petersen, Kajsa, Ebbehøj, Niels, Bonde, Jens Peter, and Hansen, Johnni
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ObjectivesTo explore the incidence of selected diagnoses of cardiovascular diseases (CVD) among 11.691 male Danish firefighters, including the relative risk among different exposure groups.MethodsTrade unions, with firefighter membership records, Danish municipalities and private companies covering firefighting assignments supplied historical employment records to this study. The Supplementary Pension Fund Register, with information on all employees in Denmark, was used to establish two occupational reference groups: a) a random sample from the employed male population and b) the military. Information on CVD, 1977–2014, was retrieved from the Danish National Patient Registry. Age and calendar standardised incidence rates (SIR) were estimated using reference group rates.ResultsThe number of observed cases significantly exceeded the expected number for all cardiovascular diseases combined when firefighters were compared with both references. Significantly increased SIRs were also observed for angina pectoris (1.16, 95% CI=1.08–1.24), acute myocardial infarction (1.16, 95% CI=1.06–1.26), chronic ischaemic heart disease (1.15, 95% CI=1.06–1.24) and atrial fibrillation/flutter (1.25, 95% CI=1.14–1.36) compared with the general working population sample. When comparing the firefighters with the military, results reflected the same pattern. In subgroup analyses, the risk of CVD was elevated for full-time employed firefighters, but decreased with increasing duration of employment.ConclusionOur study indicates a modest elevated CVD incidence among Danish firefighters. This study is the first large cohort study exploring the association between firefighting and CVD incidence, and more studies including more detailed information on ”dose” of firefighting and potential confounding factors are warranted.
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- 2017
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105. Acute respiratory distress in Maniitsoq, Greenland.
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Duch, Patricia, Ebbehøj, Niels E, and Lynggaard, Folmer
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ADULT respiratory distress syndrome ,SURFACE active agents ,AEROSOLS ,MEDICAL care - Abstract
The article presents a study on the development of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) in Maniitsoq, Greenland. The study showed that inhalation of aerosols of surface active substances is a known risk factor for the development of ARDS. The country's healthcare system has a set-up that makes it capable of managing acute situations even up to a larger scale.
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- 2011
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106. Health perspectives and handling of PFAS contamination in Denmark.
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Hammer PE, Møller JJ, Carøe TK, Tøttenborg SS, Petersen KU, Jensen TK, Lyngberg AC, and Ebbehøj NE
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- Humans, Water, Denmark, Fluorocarbons analysis, Fluorocarbons chemistry
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Per- and polyfluorinated alkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of man-made extremely persistent chemicals that have been spread worldwide since the 1950s due to their properties as effective water- and grease-repellent and heat- and temperature-resistant. They are associated with an increasing number of health effects including immune and hormonal disturbances and some types of cancer. We present a review of PFAS pollution in Denmark, the current human exposure, suspected health effects, and patient management in environmental medicine., (Published under Open Access CC-BY-NC-BD 4.0. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/.)
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- 2023
107. Atopic dermatitis influences educational performance.
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Pálsson KV, Nørreslet LB, Agner T, and Ebbehøj NE
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- Adolescent, Humans, Quality of Life, Pruritus etiology, Severity of Illness Index, Dermatitis, Atopic therapy
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This review investigates the correlation between atopic dermatis and educational performance. Atopic dermatitis (AD) leads to intense itching, affecting sleep and health-related quality of life. AD negatively influences working life and poses a financial burden on society. Information about the impact of AD in childhood/adolescence on school life and the completion of education is sparse and previous studies have not found an association between AD and educational attainment. Recent studies have found AD to be associated with learning disability and decreased educational attainment. Future studies should investigate causality and the effects of optimised treatment.
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- 2022
108. Work environment, occupational diseases and accidents among seafood industry workers in Greenland.
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Laustsen BH, Ebbehøj NE, Sigsgaard T, Rasmussen K, and Bønløkke JH
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- Accidents, Animals, Greenland epidemiology, Humans, Seafood, Workplace, Occupational Diseases epidemiology, Occupational Diseases etiology, Occupational Exposure adverse effects
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Introduction: The seafood industry is the largest industry in Greenland. Work-related diseases and accidents appear to constitute health risks in this sector. The aim was to describe the prevalence of work-related diseases and accidents among workers in the seafood industry in Greenland., Methods: Data from 311 workers included a questionnaire, lung function measurements, skin prick tests, blood samples, clinical examinations, personal inhalable dust samples and stationary dust measurements. Accident risk was evaluated by work site observations and safety walks. Statistical analyses included mean values and percentage distribution., Results: Exposure levels were highest in shrimp production; 16.1% were sensitised to snow crab, 10.1% to shrimp and 0.3% to fish; 5.2% had probable occupational asthma. Regarding accidents, the annual incidence rate per 100 workers was 10.3%., Conclusions: Workers in the seafood industry in Greenland have a high prevalence of sensitisation to work-related allergens and occupational asthma closely related to high exposures to shrimp and snow crab allergens. The rate of severe workplace injuries was high. Preventive measures are required., Funding: The Health Science Research Council; The Work Environment Council of Greenland; The Greenlandic Workers' Union; Greenland Business Association; Royal Greenland; Polar Seafood; The BANK of Greenland; The Danish Working Environment Research Fund., Trial Registration: The Scientific Ethical Committee for Greenland (2015-11317); The Danish Data Protection Agency, the Central Denmark Region (2012-58-006)., (Articles published in the DMJ are “open access”. This means that the articles are distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution Non-commercial License, which permits any non-commercial use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author(s) and source are credited.)
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- 2022
109. [Hand eczema and wet work].
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Lund TT, Ebbehøj NE, and Agner T
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- Hand, Humans, Dermatitis, Irritant, Dermatitis, Occupational diagnosis, Dermatitis, Occupational etiology, Dermatitis, Occupational prevention & control, Eczema etiology, Hand Dermatoses diagnosis, Hand Dermatoses etiology, Occupational Exposure adverse effects
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Occupational hand eczema (HE) has continuously been the most frequently recognised occupational disease, comprising > 95% of all recognised occupational skin diseases. Irritant contact dermatitis constitutes > 70%, where wet work is the main eliciting factor. Knowledge on the dose-response relationship between wet work and HE is pivotal concerning preventive interventions, job counselling and medico-legal regulations, which is summarised in this review. New findings indicate a significant risk of having HE at an exposure level of no more than 30 minutes of wet work per day.
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- 2020
110. Eye hazard classification according to UN GHS / EU CLP and the severity of eye symptoms caused by accidental exposures to detergents and cleaning products.
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Scazzola R, Boeije G, Bøtker Pedersen E, Brenneman W, Cagáňová B, Celentano A, De Coninck E, Desel H, Ebbehøj N, Färber E, Sesana F, and Zacharov S
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- Animals, Eye Injuries etiology, Humans, Poison Control Centers, Trauma Severity Indices, Detergents toxicity, Eye Injuries classification, Irritants toxicity
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The use of lower cut-off values/concentration limits for the calculation of mixture classification in UN GHS/EU CLP versus the previous regulatory scheme (EU Dangerous Preparations Directive, DPD), has resulted in an increased number of classifications in the highest eye hazard category. Herein, a semi-quantitative categorisation of severity of eye effects, following accidental human exposures to detergents, was compared to the classification category of the products. Three schemes were evaluated: EU DPD; EU CLP (based on all available data and information, including weight of evidence); and EU CLP (based entirely on the calculation method). As reported by four EU Poison Centres, the vast majority of exposures had caused minor or no symptoms. Classification was a poor predictor of effects in man subjected to accidental exposure. Note however that this is also because effects are not only driven by the intrinsic hazard (as reflected in the classification), but also by the exposure conditions and mitigation (i.e. rinsing). EU CLP classification using all available data and information was more predictive of medically relevant symptoms than the EU CLP calculation method. The latter led to a poorer differentiation between irritating products versus products potentially causing serious eye damage., (Copyright © 2019 The Authors. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.)
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- 2019
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111. [Acute abdominal pain caused by lead poisoning].
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Christiansen D, Christiansen AL, and Ebbehøj NE
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- Alanine Transaminase, Bilirubin, Humans, Male, Middle Aged, Abdominal Pain etiology, Lead Poisoning complications, Lead Poisoning diagnosis
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This case report describes a 55-year-old man, who was admitted to hospital with acute abdominal pain. The only positive finding was elevated levels of bilirubin and alanine transaminase and dilation of the intrahepatic bile ducts. Due to the nature of the abdominal pain acute porphyria was suspected. A urinalysis for porphyria indicated intoxication with a heavy metal, in this case lead. Lead poisoning is a rare cause of acute abdominal pain, and in this case further workup was left for the occupational health specialists, who have experience in metal intoxication.
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- 2019
112. Risk of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in a large historical cohort of Danish firefighters.
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Pedersen JE, Ugelvig Petersen K, Ebbehøj NE, Bonde JP, and Hansen J
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- Adult, Denmark epidemiology, Humans, Incidence, Male, Middle Aged, Regression Analysis, Risk Factors, Asthma epidemiology, Firefighters, Occupational Diseases epidemiology, Occupational Exposure adverse effects, Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive epidemiology
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Objective: Firefighters are exposed to numerous respiratory hazards, but large studies on the risk of pulmonary disease are scarce. The objective of this study was to examine incidence of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in a nationwide cohort of Danish firefighters., Methods: We used individual historical employment records on 11 968 Danish male firefighters primarily supplied by trade unions and fire agencies. Furthermore, we used the Supplementary Pension Fund Register to form an occupational reference group consisting of military employees. Information on respiratory incidence was retrieved from the nationwide Danish National Patient Registry. Age and calendar time standardised incidence ratio (SIR) and Poisson regression analyses (incidence rate ratio) were used for estimation of risks, including 95% CIs., Results: Compared with military employees, the overall age and calendar-time adjusted risk for asthma was significantly increased among full-time firefighters (SIR=1.58, 95% CI 1.32 to 1.88), but not among part-time/volunteer firefighters. Full-time firefighters' risk for asthma did not vary by duration of employment. No consistent evidence of an increased risk for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease was detected., Conclusion: Danish firefighters have an increased risk of asthma, but the causes, whether occupational or not, remain to be established., Competing Interests: Competing interests: None declared., (© Author(s) (or their employer(s)) 2018. No commercial re-use. See rights and permissions. Published by BMJ.)
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- 2018
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113. [Evaluation and treatment of patients after caustic ingestion].
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Jacobsen P, Ifaoui IBR, Ravn J, Bork KH, Viala PO, and Ebbehøj NE
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- Deglutition, Gastrointestinal Tract injuries, Humans, Risk Assessment, Burns, Chemical classification, Burns, Chemical diagnosis, Burns, Chemical therapy, Caustics adverse effects
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This article presents recommendations regarding early management of patients after intake of corrosive chemicals, based on best evidence and clinical experience. Risk assessment built on clinical history, presentation and endoscopy is discussed as well as initial treatment, surgical appraisal and observation. Controversy still surrounds the need for endoscopy in asymptomatic patients, the use of computed tomography in assessing the severity of lesions as well as pharmacological treatment for preventing strictures.
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- 2017
114. [New practice for the recognition of work related skin cancer].
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Agner T, Bonde JP, Wulf HC, and Ebbehøj NE
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- Denmark epidemiology, Humans, Occupational Diseases epidemiology, Occupational Exposure adverse effects, Skin Neoplasms epidemiology, Sunlight adverse effects, Ultraviolet Rays adverse effects, Occupational Diseases etiology, Skin Neoplasms etiology
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- 2015
115. [Hyperbaric oxygen treatment of poisoning].
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Jacobsen P, Carlsen R, and Ebbehøj NE
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- Carbon Monoxide Poisoning physiopathology, Humans, Randomized Controlled Trials as Topic, Time-to-Treatment, Carbon Monoxide Poisoning therapy, Hyperbaric Oxygenation
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Experiments have suggested reduction of neurological sequelae from carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning by treatment with hyper-baric oxygen (HBO). Randomised clinical trials have, however, been ambiguous. The discrepancy may be explained by timing of HBO relative to exposure. For other asphyxiants data are too sparse for a qualified judgement. Until more evidence is available, we suggest that HBO is used exclusively for moderate and severe CO poisoning within a time window of 12 hours.
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- 2014
116. [Management of poisoning with Amanita phalloides].
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Rudbæk TR, Kofoed P, Bove J, Haastrup P, and Ebbehøj N
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- Amanita, Denmark epidemiology, Humans, Time Factors, Amanitins poisoning, Fungal Proteins poisoning, Mushroom Poisoning complications, Mushroom Poisoning diagnosis, Mushroom Poisoning epidemiology, Mushroom Poisoning therapy
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Death cap (Amanita phalloides) is commonly found and is one of the five most toxic fungi in Denmark. Toxicity is due to amatoxin, and poisoning is a serious medical condition, causing organ failure with potential fatal outcome. Acknowledgement and clarification of exposure, symptomatic and focused treatment is of primary importance. No data from randomised, controlled trials on management exists, and there is not international consensus on treatment regime. We present amatoxin-case contacts to the Danish Poison Centre from 2006-2012 and summarize current knowledge and Danish recommendations in amatoxin poisoning management.
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- 2014
117. Occupational skin cancer may be underreported.
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Carøe TK, Ebbehøj NE, Wulf HC, and Agner T
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- Adult, Aged, Carcinoma, Basal Cell etiology, Carcinoma, Squamous Cell etiology, Construction Industry, Denmark epidemiology, Female, Gardening, Humans, Hydrocarbons adverse effects, Male, Middle Aged, Mineral Oil adverse effects, Occupational Diseases etiology, Precancerous Conditions etiology, Prevalence, Registries, Skin Neoplasms etiology, Tars adverse effects, Ultraviolet Rays adverse effects, Welding, Carcinoma, Basal Cell epidemiology, Carcinoma, Squamous Cell epidemiology, Occupational Diseases epidemiology, Occupational Exposure adverse effects, Precancerous Conditions epidemiology, Skin Neoplasms epidemiology
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Introduction: Skin cancer may, in some cases, be caused by occupational exposures. The aim of this study was to investigate the prevalence of and exposures leading to occupationally induced skin cancers in Denmark during a ten-year period., Material and Methods: The study is a descriptive, register-based study comprising all patients with recognized occupational malignant and premalignant skin conditions in Denmark in the 01/01 2000-31/12 2009 period. Data were obtained from The National Board of Industrial Injuries and comprise information about diagnosis, occupational and domestic exposure, anatomic localization, occupation, degree of permanent disability, age and sex., Results: A total of 36 patients were recognized as occupational skin cancer cases. The mean age was 61 years (44-75 years), 31 men and five women. The most frequent diagnosis was basal cell carcinoma followed by squamous cell carcinoma. No cases of malignant melanoma were recognized. The primary risk factor for development of occupational skin cancer was ultraviolet (UV) exposure during outdoor working., Conclusion: Data based on recognized cases of occupational skin cancer during a ten-year period in Denmark show that non-melanoma skin cancer was the most frequent diagnosis, while the primary risk factor was UV radiation in outdoor occupations. A total of 36 cases were reported over a period of ten years, and underreporting may be suspected. The purpose of the present study was to raise the awareness of occupational skin cancer, and on the basis of existing data to contribute to criteria for the diagnosis of occupational skin cancer., Funding: not relevant., Trial Registration: not relevant.
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- 2013
118. [Respiratory symptoms after the use of a painting primer product spray].
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Ebbehøj NE and Bang J
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- Acute Disease, Adult, Aerosols toxicity, Air Pollutants toxicity, Fluorocarbon Polymers toxicity, Humans, Male, Paint, Aerosols adverse effects, Air Pollutants adverse effects, Dyspnea chemically induced, Fluorocarbon Polymers adverse effects, Hemoptysis chemically induced, Inhalation Exposure adverse effects, Lung drug effects
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The use of waterproofing spray has been associated with the development of respiratory symptoms, but the pathogenetic mechanisms are unclear. We describe a case of acute respiratory disease with impaired diffusion developed after the use of a painting primer product spray (stain stop). Further investigation in aerosol-toxicology is needed.
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- 2008
119. [Basic registration of risk factors in medical records. Malnutrition, overweight, physical inactivity, smoking and alcohol].
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Tønnesen H, Roswall N, Odgaard MD, Pedersen KM, Larsen KL, Mathiassen B, Farlie R, Elbirk A, Hüttel M, Danborg L, Vestermark V, Petri AL, Ebbehøj N, Frederiksen M, and Hejgaard T
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- Adult, Disease Progression, Humans, Life Style, Pilot Projects, Registries, Risk Factors, Smoking Prevention, Treatment Outcome, Alcohol Drinking adverse effects, Alcohol Drinking prevention & control, Exercise, Malnutrition complications, Malnutrition prevention & control, Medical Records Systems, Computerized standards, Overweight complications, Overweight prevention & control, Smoking adverse effects
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Introduction: Lifestyle factors are important for clinical outcome. Systematic and early identification of these factors is important in order to offer relevant lifestyle intervention programmes. The objective was to evaluate whether basic registration of risk factors was understandable, applicable and sufficient in the clinical workday., Materials and Methods: Eleven clinical specialists participated from a broad range of departments. They performed identification and registration of malnutrition, overweight, physical inactivity, smoking and harmful alcohol consumption based on medical records from own departments (in total 2420 times). The specialists then evaluated the understanding, applicability and sufficiency (363 times). Their comments were noted., Results: Identification and registration was accomplished for 85% (0-100%) of the records. Except for two fields--"measurements of waist" and "other training programs"--the specialists found the basic registration understandable, applicable and sufficient. They lacked more details regarding stress-response in the information material and pointed out inconsistencies in the wording. Ten specialists found that the recommended clinical approach was possible to implement in the present routines., Conclusion: Basic registration of lifestyle factors for adult patients is possible and clinical relevant. It is recommended that the Danish National Board of Health uses the results in future.
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- 2008
120. [Poisoning by anis oil].
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Bang J, Mortensen OS, and Ebbehøj N
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- Denmark, Humans, Male, Middle Aged, Oils, Volatile poisoning, Pimpinella
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Essential oils are used widespread by the Danish population. In Denmark a severe case of poisoning from anis oil has occurred.
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- 2008
121. [Back pain and the workplace].
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Andersen JH, Kolstad HA, Ebbehøj NE, and Bendix T
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- Back Pain prevention & control, Back Pain therapy, Humans, Low Back Pain etiology, Low Back Pain prevention & control, Low Back Pain therapy, Occupational Diseases prevention & control, Occupational Diseases therapy, Occupational Health, Prognosis, Social Support, Socioeconomic Factors, Workplace, Back Pain etiology, Occupational Diseases etiology
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- 2005
122. [The work environment and common diseases].
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Netterstrøm B and Ebbehøj NE
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- Cardiovascular Diseases etiology, Cardiovascular Diseases prevention & control, Dementia etiology, Dementia prevention & control, Depression etiology, Depression prevention & control, Humans, Musculoskeletal Diseases etiology, Musculoskeletal Diseases prevention & control, Neoplasms etiology, Neoplasms prevention & control, Respiratory Tract Diseases etiology, Respiratory Tract Diseases prevention & control, Risk Factors, Workplace, Occupational Exposure adverse effects, Public Health
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- 2004
123. [Keeping people at work as an occupational-medical problem. The Danish Society of Occupational and Environmental Medicine].
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Thomsen JF and Ebbehøj N
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- Denmark, Humans, Societies, Medical, Occupational Health, Occupational Medicine, Rehabilitation, Vocational
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- 2004
124. [Are sick people not allowed to go to work?].
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Ebbehøj N
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- Denmark, Disability Evaluation, Humans, Physician's Role, Work Capacity Evaluation, Certification, Sick Leave
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- 2003
125. [Poisoning after decantation].
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Coolidge JA and Ebbehøj NE
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- Adult, Child, Child, Preschool, Consumer Product Safety, Denmark, Humans, Male, Product Labeling, Product Packaging, Accidents, Home prevention & control, Ethylene Glycols poisoning
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- 2002
126. [Low back pain in children and adolescents. Prevalence, risk factors and prevention].
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Ebbehøj NE, Hansen FR, Harreby MS, and Lassen CF
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- Adolescent, Child, Denmark epidemiology, Exercise, Female, Humans, Life Style, Low Back Pain diagnosis, Low Back Pain etiology, Low Back Pain prevention & control, Male, Prevalence, Risk Factors, Socioeconomic Factors, Low Back Pain epidemiology
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The occurrence of non-specific low back pain (LBP) in 14-16-year-old adolescents has almost reached the level in adults. Among other things, the ranges of reported prevalences are wide, owing to the use of various outcome measures, questionnaire terminology, and differences in age and gender. A review of the literature points out some important possible risk factors for LBP: minimal physical activity, intensive sports, genetics, psychosocial factors, smoking and leisure-time activities with a high physical impact. However, the causal relations are not clear, and the morbidity related to non-specific LBP in adolescents has not yet been elucidated. Few intervention studies have been published, and the means of prevention have not yet been found. Research in LBP in adolescents deserves a high priority in the future to provide evidence for a relevant prevention strategy.
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- 2002
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