Anthracosilicosis

Anthracosilicosis

Definition

Fibrosis of the lung parenchyma caused by inhalation of carbon and silica dust. It manifests as shortness of breath.

Also identified as

Affected Organs

Organ Involvement Source
Lungs Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Lungs Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Respiratory system Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Respiratory system Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0