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anthracosis

/ˌæn.θrəˈkəʊ.sɪs/

Traduction: Maladie pulmonaire chronique due à l'inhalation de poussières de charbon, observée fréquemment chez les mineurs.

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/ˌæn.θrəˈkəʊ.sɪs/C2formalmedical
  • frMaladie pulmonaire chronique due à l'inhalation de poussières de charbon, observée fréquemment chez les mineurs.

A medical condition of the lungs resulting from the inhalation of coal dust, often seen in miners.

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  1. Lung disease from coal dustC1formalmedical

    A chronic lung condition caused by long-term inhalation of coal dust particles, leading to inflammation and fibrosis.

    frAnthracose

    • Miners are at high risk of developing anthracosis after years of exposure.
    • The X-ray showed signs of anthracosis in the patient's lungs.
    • Preventive measures like masks can reduce the risk of anthracosis.

    Synonymesblack lungblack lung disease