Kreftrisiko blant norske papir- og cellulosearbeidere

Authors

  • Hilde Langseth

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5324/nje.v11i2.555

Abstract

 

ENGLISH SUMMARY

Langseth H.

 

Cancer risk in Norwegian pulp and paper workers. Nor J Epidemiol 2001; 11 (2): 187-192.

Results from a historical prospective cohort study on Norwegian pulp and paper workers showed a significant

increase in risk of lung cancer, pleural mesothelioma, colon cancer and malignant melanomas among

men, compared to the Norwegian population. The risk of lung cancer was highest among sulphite mill

workers. The risk of pleural mesothelioma was highest among maintenance workers with asbestos exposure.

Most of the increased risk in lung cancer can be explained by a combination of smoking habits and

asbestos use, although an effect of other work-related exposures (sulfur and chloride compounds, wood

dust) cannot be excluded. Among the female part of the cohort we found a significant excess in risk of

ovarian cancer. The risk was highest among those younger than 55 years, and mostly among those working

in paper departments. Relatively little is known about the causes of ovarian cancer, but it is however

known that 5-7% can be explained by hereditary factors. Furthermore, fertility pattern plays a role.

Asbestos and talc, which both have been used in the pulp and paper industry, are occupational and environmental

agents, discussed as possible carcinogens for ovarian cancer.

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Published

2009-11-07

How to Cite

Langseth, H. (2009). Kreftrisiko blant norske papir- og cellulosearbeidere. Norsk Epidemiologi, 11(2). https://doi.org/10.5324/nje.v11i2.555

Issue

Vol. 11 No. 2 (2001): The Cancer Registry of Norway, 50 years / Kreftregisteret 50 år (Volume 11, No. 2,125-204 ).

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