Caplans syndrome secondary prevention

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

Overview

Effective measures for the secondary prevention of Caplan syndrome include .Limited exposure to respirable mine dust. A personal respirable dust monitor can be used by the miners to monitor dust in their breathing zones. .Regular medical screening to detect pneumoconiosis in the early stage. . Smoking cessation .Medical counseling

Secondary Prevention

Effective measures for the secondary prevention of Caplan Syndrome include:

• Limited exposure to the respirable mine dust
• Regular medical screening
• Smoking cessation