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A cohort study of retinal detachment among Swedish construction workers.

Authors :
Schott, Kevin D.
Kriebel, David
Sama, Susan R.
Buchholz, Bryan O.
Järvholm, Bengt
Wahlström, Jens
Source :
Scandinavian Journal of Work, Environment & Health; 2023, Vol. 49 Issue 7, p518-525, 8p
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

The article presents the discussion on Retinal detachment (RD) has been associated with exposure to heavy lifting. Topics include investigated the association between occupational heavy lifting and rhegmatogenous RD in a retrospective cohort study of Swedish construction workers; and Retinal detachment (RD) is a major cause of visual impairment that can lead to blindness if not treated promptly.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
03553140
Volume :
49
Issue :
7
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Scandinavian Journal of Work, Environment & Health
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
173245655
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.5271/sjweh.4100