Asymptomatic lung nodules in dental professionals: A diagnostic challenge

Godallage, Anuradha N.; Kolekar, Shailesh; Olsen, Karen Ege; Bonnesen, Barbara; Petersen, Jesper Koefod; Clementsen, Paul Frost; Bødtger, Uffe; Sivapalan, Pradeesh

doi:10.1016/j.rmcr.2022.101691

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“…Workers exposed to polyacrylate MNPs were found to develop shortness of breath and pleural effusions, and had granulomas and fibrosis in lung tissue with evidence of polyacrylate nanoparticles in the cytoplasm of epithelial cells [ 145 ]. Similarly, two dental care workers frequently exposed to acrylic plastics and silica developed granulomas [ 97 ]. A study in rats intratracheally exposed to polyacrylate and silica nanoparticles reported a similar histological pattern [ 146 ].…”

Section: Ilds and Lung Malignanciesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Microplastic and plastic pollution: impact on respiratory disease and health

Vasse,

Melgert

2024

Eur Respir Rev

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Throughout their lifecycle, from production to use and upon disposal, plastics release chemicals and particles known as micro- and nanoplastics (MNPs) that can accumulate in the environment. MNPs have been detected in different locations of the human body, including in our lungs. This is likely a consequence of MNP exposure through the air we breathe. Yet, we still lack a comprehensive understanding of the impact that MNP exposure may have on respiratory disease and health. In this review, we have collated the current body of evidence on the implications of MNP inhalation on human lung health fromin vitro,in vivoand occupational exposure studies. We focused on interactions between MNP pollution and different specific lung-resident cells and respiratory diseases. We conclude that it is evident that MNPs possess the capacity to affect lung tissue in disease and health. Yet, it remains unclear to which extent this occurs upon exposure to ambient levels of MNPs, emphasising the need for a more comprehensive evaluation of environmental MNP exposure levels in everyday life.

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Section: Ilds and Lung Malignanciesmentioning

confidence: 99%