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Connective tissue disease and silicosis.

K D Rosenman1, M Moore-Fuller, M J Reilly

  • 1Department of Medicine, Michigan State University, East Lansing 48824-1316, USA.

American Journal of Industrial Medicine
|March 23, 1999
PubMed
Summary

Silicosis patients show a higher prevalence of rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma, and systemic lupus erythematosus. Rheumatoid arthritis was most common, indicating a significant association with silica exposure.

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Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health
  • Rheumatology
  • Pulmonary Medicine

Background:

  • Silicosis is a serious lung disease caused by inhaling silica dust.
  • Connective tissue diseases (CTDs) are autoimmune disorders affecting connective tissues.
  • The relationship between silicosis and CTDs requires further investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence of CTDs in individuals diagnosed with silicosis.
  • To assess the association between silicosis and specific CTDs like rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma, and systemic lupus erythematosus.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of medical records and questionnaires from 1987-1995.
  • Inclusion criteria: individuals meeting National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) silicosis criteria.

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  • Data collected on CTD diagnoses, demographics, and exposure history.

    • Main Results:

    • Of 583 silicosis cases, 24 had rheumatoid arthritis (5.2%), 1 had scleroderma (0.2%), and 1 had systemic lupus erythematosus (0.2%).
    • This represents a 2.5-15 fold increased risk for these CTDs compared to the general population.
    • No significant differences were observed in demographics or clinical factors between silicosis patients with and without CTDs.

    Conclusions:

    • Rheumatoid arthritis is more prevalent in silicosis patients than scleroderma or systemic lupus erythematosus.
    • The findings highlight a significant association between silicosis and CTDs, particularly rheumatoid arthritis.
    • Further research is warranted to understand the underlying mechanisms linking silica exposure and autoimmune diseases.