Exposure to stainless steel welding fumes and lung cancer: a meta-analysis

Sjögren et al., 1994 | Occup Environ Med | Meta Analysis

Citation

Sjögren B, Hansen K S, ... Persson P G. Exposure to stainless steel welding fumes and lung cancer: a meta-analysis. Occup Environ Med. 1994-May;51(5):335-6

Abstract

Stainless steel welding is associated with exposure to metals including hexavalent chromium and nickel. This study is a meta-analysis of five studies of stainless steel welders and the occurrence of lung cancer. Asbestos exposure and smoking habits have been taken into account. The calculated pooled relative risk estimate was 1.94 with a 95% confidence interval of 1.28-2.93. This result suggests a causal relation between exposure to stainless steel welding and lung cancer.

Key Findings

This result suggests a causal relation between exposure to stainless steel welding and lung cancer.

Outcomes Measured

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Population

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MeSH Terms

Causality
Humans
Lung Neoplasms
Occupational Diseases
Occupational Exposure
Risk Factors
Smoke
Steel
Welding

Evidence Classification

Level: Meta Analysis
Publication Types: Journal Article, Meta-Analysis
Vertical: chromium

Provenance

PMID: 8199684
DOI: (not available)
PMCID: PMC1127979
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