Engineered Stone

The case of a 41-year-old kitchen fabricator experiencing severe health issues due to prolonged exposure to silica dust brings to light the often overlooked occupational hazards in the kitchen countertop manufacturing industry. This case, discussed by Lin Deng, MD, and Nico Conti, MD, in the...

In recent years, there has been a concerning rise in cases of artificial stone-associated silicosis, a severe respiratory condition that can progress rapidly and lead to fatal outcomes. This uptick is largely due to the growing popularity of artificial stone in industries such as construction...

In the realm of respiratory diseases, understanding the nuances between different conditions is crucial for accurate diagnosis and effective management. A significant contribution to this field comes from the study led by Elizabeth Fireman and colleagues, published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and...

In the evolving world of occupational health, the study of airborne particles and their effects continues to be critical, especially in industries involving stone grinding. A notable contribution to this field is the research conducted by Drew Thompson and Chaolong Qi, documented in the Oxford...

In a comprehensive study conducted by Krishna Surasi, MD, MPH, and colleagues from the Occupational Health Branch of the California Department of Public Health, significant concerns were raised about the health risks associated with respirable crystalline silica (RCS) exposures among artificial stone fabrication workers in...

Silicosis, a lung disease caused by inhaling silica dust, has long been associated with traditional mining occupations. However, a new wave of cases among workers handling artificial quartz conglomerates used in kitchen countertops is highlighting significant differences in the disease’s manifestation compared to the traditional...

A groundbreaking study led by Wen-hong Wu and colleagues from Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital, Tongji University, has shed new light on the potential of tetrandrine (Tet) in treating silicosis associated with exposure to artificial stone dust. Published in Frontiers in Medicine, this retrospective cohort study analyzed...

Silicosis is a chronic lung disease caused by the inhalation of crystalline silica dust, traditionally associated with industries involving natural minerals like quartz, sandstone, and granite. The recent study published in Archivos de Bronconeumología explores the occurrence and diagnosis of silicosis among workers handling artificial...

In a detailed analysis published in the WMJ, Megan Elderbrook and her colleagues from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services and the California Department of Public Health outline the crucial developments and preventative strategies against silicosis, a progressive and often fatal lung disease caused by...

In a recent publication in the Proceedings of UCLA Health, Dr. Lin Deng and Dr. Nico Conti explore a compelling case of silicosis and renal failure in a 41-year-old male who worked as a kitchen fabricator. This case study provides valuable insights into the occupational...