Epidemiology of Lung Cancer

by Samet, Jonathan M.

• ISBN13: 9780824788537
• ISBN10: 0824788532
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 1994-05-01
• Publisher: CRC Pr I Llc

Summary

Providing a historical perspective on the etiology of lung cancer, this comprehensive reference presents an in-depth analysis of the epidemiology of cancer of the lung-describing the current understanding of risk factors and the use of epidemiological data to design programs for the control of this leading cause of death worldwide.

Table of Contents

Introduction and Overview

Tobacco Smoking

The Descriptive Epidemiology of Lung Cancer

Lung Cancer and Cigarette Smoking

Passive Smoking and Lung Cancer

Air Pollution and Lung Cancer

Indoor Air Pollution in Developing Countries

Asbestos and Man-Made Fibres

Arsenic and Lung Cancer

Radon

Sillica Exposure and Pulmonary Cancer

Other Occupational Carcinogens

Diet as a Factor in the Aetiology and Prevention of Lung Cancer

Familial and Genetic Factors in the Pathogenesis of Lung Cancer

Other Host Factors and Lung Cancer Susceptibility

Lung Cancer Cell Type and Occupational Exposure

Reducing Lung Cancer Through Smoking Prevention and Control

Interactions of Tobacco Smoking with Other Causes of Lung Cancer

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