It was concluded that no significant difference found between silicon dust exposed group and non-exposed group, both the groups showed slightly restrictive lung defects but the non-Exposed group was bit better than the silicon exposed group. Purpose: The study was planned to evaluate the influence of silicon dust on lung function between stone crushing workers and general …
Table 3 shows the difference in lung function between stone crushers and controls after adjustment for age, height, weight and smoking habit, as necessary. All of the lung function variables were ...
Keywords:- Pulmonary function test, stone crusher workers, silica, lung function test, silicosis, duration of exposure INTRODUCTION Today the industrial revolution has brought about the remarkable changes in ecosystem and atmosphere. The stone crushing industry in India has been growing rapidly due to increasing demand from the construction ...
In Stone crushing occupations the peoples are in a greater level of exposure to silica dust so that they are susceptible to TB. Spirometric measurements (Pulmonary Function Test) and …
The pulmonary function test parameters among the quarry workers were assessed in the various occupational categories. Results: PFT of quarry workers was significantly reduced as compared to that ...
Methods: Two hundred seventy two stone crushing workers and 123 nonexposed workers were analyzed in terms of occupational and personal histories, radiological findings, and pulmonary …
Keywords:- Pulmonary function test, stone crusher workers, silica, lung function test, silicosis, duration of exposure INTRODUCTION Today the industrial revolution has brought about the remarkable changes in ecosystem and atmosphere. The stone crushing industry in India has been growing rapidly due to increasing demand from the construction ...
tions tests among stone crushing workers. Objectives: To examine the frequency of silicosis and its association with silica dust in stone crushing industries workers and their pulmonary functions tests. Material and Method: This cross-sectional analytical study was carried out in one year time in 204 male workers of
The objective of this study was to study the pulmonary function test in stone crusher workers. This study was conducted at Stone crusher plant located at Nagaur district (Ajmer region) of Western Rajasthan. Male workers working at site were included in this study, this study was conducted on 100 subjects out of which 50 non-controls and 50 were ...
10 years (Group III) with respect of stone crushers with duration of exposure up to 5 years (Group I) and 6 to 10 years of exposure (Group II). Lung function tests revealed a statistically significant (P < 0.05) reduction in lung function test parameters among manual workers compared to non-manual group of workers and
Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out in stone crusher workers. Pulmonary function test were recorded on 50 subjects. Statistical analysis amongst the stone crusher workers was carried out by Analysis of Variance (ANNOVA) test. ... Keywords: Pulmonary function test, Stone crusher workers, Silica, Duration of exposure, Occupational ...
The aim of this study is to examine the effects of stone crushing in West Bengal, India, by comparing pulmonary functions of stone crushing workers with those of nonexposed …
The Spiro metric pulmonary function tests (PFT) were studied in stone crusher workers (n = 120) and normal healthy controls (n =120) from the Karad taluka Western region …
Table 1: Sputum Examination Of Stone Crusher Workers-2.2 SPIROMETRY OF STONE CRUSHER WORKERS: Spirometric measurement (Pulmonary function test) was done for measuring lung function volume of stone crusher workers through Spirometer and to analyze the factors affecting them. FVC (Forced expiratory vital capacity) and
The correct installation of stone crusher is imperative for safe and efficient long-term operation. As key equipment in crushing applications, stone crusher equipment must be set up precisely according to engineering specifications. ... Perform function tests with hydraulic power cycling. Hydraulic integrity ensures smooth remote control of ...
Introduction: Despite advances in technology, in India workers of stone processing industry continue to be at high risk for lung function deterioration. This study was designed to analyse the effect of duration of exposure, job profile and smoking on
Results: We observed a significant reduction in lung function in subjects having duration of exposure above 10 years (Group III) with respect of stone crushers with duration of exposure up to 5...
Oil, Gas & Mining » Crushers and Screening Plants » Cone Crushers » High Productivity Aggregate Limestone Gravel Impact Crusher Equipment PF 1214 Impact Stone Crusher in Zhengzhou, Henan, China.
PEFR was significantly reduced in stone crushers as compared to controls. Also as the duration of exposure increases the values of flow rates goes on decreasing among workers.
Download scientific diagram | Statistical Analysis of Pulmonary Function Test among stone crusher workers depending upon from publication: Deterioration of pulmonary function with duration of ...
This cross-sectional study was designed to determine the effect of silica on pulmonary function test of stone crusher workers of Jammu region. The study was carried out among 18 to 55 years aged ...
Contribute to redmik40/sbm development by creating an account on GitHub.
Pulmonary function tests were recorded in 120 male stone crusher workers. Intergroup statistical analysis amongst the workers depending on duration of exposure was carried out by Analysis of ...
Stone crushers of Marathwada region of Maharashtra exposed to silica dust were prone to develop lung disorders as indicated by reduced value of FEF25-75% and PEFR. A cross-sectional type of observational study was conducted at 7 various stone crusher units on 120 male stone crushers and 120 healthy male controls. Values of FEF25-27% and PEFR were recorded on …
The Spiro metric pulmonary function tests (PFT) were studied in stone crusher workers (n = 120) and normal healthy controls (n =120) from the Karad taluka Western region in Maharashtra state.
Methods. Two hundred seventy two stone crushing workers and 123 nonexposed workers were analyzed in terms of occupational and personal histories, radiological findings, and pulmonary function test (PFT) results including slow vital capacity (FVC), forced vital capacity (FVC) and peak expiratory flow rate (PEFR).
Pulmonary function tests were recorded in 120 male stone crusher workers. Intergroup statistical analysis amongst the workers depending on duration of exposure was carried out by Analysis
Stone crushing work is widely carried out in different parts of Maharashtra, particularly in adjoining villages of major cities having hilly regions. The main aim of the present study was to analyze the pulmonary function tests finding in stone crusher workers in Western Maharashtra taking Karad region as a prototype. In Karad taluka the various
In the compari- than the granite crushers (table 3). son between granite crushers and referents in 1988, lung function values were expressed as % of pre- EXPOSURE dicted from the reference equations derived from a In 1988 the granite crushers had on average worked normal population examined with the equipment for 22 years and inhaled 136 mg of ...
The occupational environment at the stone crushing sites poses a potential health hazard to the workers, since inhalation of particles rich in free silica for long periods of time may cause silicosis. Exposure to heavy dust concentration from stone crushers, may produce several diseases, chief among them being pneumoconiosis Zenz et al. 1994.
Workers at stone crushing site are exposed to silica dust which leads to pulmonary function deterioration. The objective of this study was to study the pulmonary function test in stone crusher ...
Comparing pulmonary functions of stone crushing workers with those of nonexposed agricultural workers in West Bengal, India found a higher prevalence of restrictive impairment among the exposed group and aHigher prevalence of obstructive impairment in the nonexposed group. ObjectivesThe aim of this study is to examine the effects of stone …
Objectives: The aim of this study is to examine the effects of stone crushing in West Bengal, India, by comparing pulmonary functions of stone crushing workers with those of nonexposed agricultural workers. Methods: Two hundred seventy two stone crushing workers and 123 nonexposed workers were analyzed in terms of occupational and personal histories, …
This cross-sectional study was designed to determine the effect of silica on pulmonary function test of stone crusher workers of Jammu region. The study was carried out among 18 to 55 years aged ...
It can be concluded from this study that even low dust level exposure for longer duration can result in lung and lung function involvement, and stone quarry workers, because of their occupational exposure to silica dust, are at increased risk of lung and Lung function involvement. 3Summary: The workers employed in stone quarries, which is an unorganised sector of …