A one-generation cluster of malignant mesothelioma within a family reveals exposure to asbestos-contaminated jute bags in Naples, Italy.
Eur J Epidemiol
; 18(2): 171-4, 2003.
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ABSTRACT
Substantial evidence supports the role of asbestos in malignant mesothelioma. Clustering for this malignancy among relatives not only suggests genetic susceptibility as a relevant component but also provides a clue to investigate non-occupational sources of exposure. We identified five cases of malignant mesothelioma within one family with exposure to asbestos experienced during childhood, as 'next door' residents of a workshop recycling asbestos-contaminated jute sacks in Naples, Italy. This cluster discloses the health risk in the reuse of bags that previously had contained asbestos. Furthermore, it emphasizes the role of asbestos in the genetic-environmental interaction issue of malignant mesothelioma.
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Colección:
01-internacional
Banco de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Neoplasias Peritoneales
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Neoplasias Pleurales
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Amianto
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Exposición a Riesgos Ambientales
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Mesotelioma
Tipo de estudio:
Etiology_studies
Límite:
Adult
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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Middle aged
País/Región como asunto:
Europa
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Eur J Epidemiol
Asunto de la revista:
EPIDEMIOLOGIA
Año:
2003
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Italia