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Lung cancer in miners in relation to smoking habits.

Authors :
Sundell L
Source :
European journal of respiratory diseases. Supplement [Eur J Respir Dis Suppl] 1980; Vol. 107, pp. 131-2.
Publication Year :
1980

Abstract

This study indicates 1. that there is an excess morbidity from lung cancer in miners, 2. that nonsmokers are overrepresented among lung cancer cases, and 3. that the induction time for lung cancer is about 10 years shorter in smokers.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0106-4347
Volume :
107
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
European journal of respiratory diseases. Supplement
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
6934076