Berylliosis
Berylliosis is a chronic inflammatory lung disease from inhaled beryllium, an industrial metal. It causes granulomas similar to sarcoidosis and progressive lung dysfunction.
Table of Contents
Exposure Sources
- Aerospace, defense industries
- Nuclear, ceramics, electronics manufacturing
- Dental laboratories
Treatment
- Remove from exposure
- Corticosteroids and immunosuppressants
- Pulmonary rehabilitation
- Oxygen if hypoxemic
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References
- ATS. Beryllium Disease Resources.