What are the Challenges in Studying Crystalline Silica Exposure?
Several challenges exist in studying crystalline silica exposure: - Latency Period: Diseases like silicosis and lung cancer have long latency periods, making it difficult to establish a direct cause-effect relationship. - Exposure Assessment: Accurate measurement of historical exposure levels can be challenging. - Confounding Factors: Other factors such as smoking and exposure to additional occupational hazards can confound study results.
