Lung function in asphalt pavers: a longitudinal study.

Bente UlvestadBritt Grethe RandemØivind SkareTrond Mogens AaløkkenGeorg Karl MyranekKarine ElihnMay Brit Lund

Published in: International archives of occupational and environmental health (2016)

We conclude that our findings may indicate an excess annual decline in FVC and FEV1 related to exposure to asphalt fumes. The screedmen, who carry out their work behind and close to the paving machine, had the largest decline in lung function. The finding of adverse pulmonary effects in asphalt pavers calls for better technological solutions to prevent exposure.

Keyphrases

lung function
cystic fibrosis
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
air pollution
pulmonary hypertension
deep learning
machine learning
adverse drug