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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Dushka Riaz, MD

Overview

Risk factors for the development of pneumoconiosis depend on exposure which is generally through certain occupations.

Risk Factors

Risk factors in the development of pneumoconiosis are occupational.

Common Risk Factors

• Common risk factors in the development of pneumoconiosis include:
  • Stonemasons, quarry workers, tunnellers, foundry, pottery workers (Silicosis)
  • Construction workers
  • Length of employment positively correlates

Less Common Risk Factors

• Less common risk factors in the development of pneumoconiosis include:
  • [Risk factor 1]
  • [Risk factor 2]
  • [Risk factor 3]