Abstract:prevalence of respiratory problems. However, little is known about the respiratory health of coffee plantation workers. Methods A case-control study was carried out, whose sample was obtained by convenience sampling in four coffee farms in the region of Lavras/MG. The data were obtained by means of a questionnaire, occupational history collection, qualitative evaluation of work environments, spirometry and measurement of exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO). Results 63 workers were evaluated (median age 43 years/tillag… Show more
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