Problem
Bauxite fibrosis
Nature:
Bauxite fibrosis is a progressive form of pneumoconiosis usually caused by occupational exposure to bauxite fumes which contain aluminium and silica particulates.
It is typically seen in workers involved in the smelting of bauxite to produce corundum.
Broader Problems:
PneumoconiosisDiseases of the respiratory system Subject(s):
Resources → MineralsMedicine → Muscular system
Problem Type:
G: Very specific problems Date of last update
26.12.2017 – 14:17 CET