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Occupational asthma in maritime environments: an update
David Lucas1, Brice Lodde, Jørgen Riis Jepsen
1Occupational Medical Service of Iroise, Brest, France. d.lucas@metrabrest.com.
International Maritime Health
|September 30, 2016
Summary
This review updates knowledge on occupational asthma in maritime workers, including seafood workers and fishermen. It covers exposures like preservatives and fumigants, offering medical surveillance recommendations.
Area of Science:
- Maritime Health
- Occupational Medicine
- Pulmonology
Background:
- Occupational asthma is a significant concern in maritime industries.
- Previous literature reviews on this topic were published in 2006.
- New knowledge has emerged regarding specific exposures and worker groups.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide an updated review of occupational asthma in maritime environments.
- To consolidate current knowledge on asthma triggers in maritime workers.
- To offer recommendations for medical surveillance of at-risk individuals.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and synthesis of recent research.
- Analysis of data on seafood workers and fishermen.
- Evaluation of exposure risks from sulphites and fumigants.
Main Results:
- Significant advancements in understanding asthma in seafood workers and fishermen.
- Identification of key occupational exposures contributing to maritime asthma.
- Established need for targeted medical surveillance protocols.
Conclusions:
- Occupational asthma remains a critical issue in the maritime sector.
- Updated knowledge necessitates revised surveillance strategies.
- Proactive medical monitoring is essential for protecting maritime worker respiratory health.
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