Pathology of Asbestos-Associated Diseases integrates the newest research and advances in its discussion of asbestos-induced diseases. Organized in 13 chapters, the book begins with background information on the mineralogy of asbestos, occupation and environmental exposure to asbestos, and asbestosis. A detailed discussion on mesothelioma includes a historical background, addresses etiologic considerations and epidemiology, pathologic features, [...]

When asbestos fibers are broken into small pieces they can be swallowed or inhaled and lead to mesothelioma disease.  This disease is responsible for the deaths of thousands of people each year, and consequently is the subject of a great deal of research.  One important study is called, “Secreted extracellular domains of macrophage scavenger receptors [...]

Exposure to hazardous asbestos fibers has been linked to several deadly diseases such as lung cancer and mesothelioma.  One interesting study is called, “Fiber burden and patterns of asbestos-related disease in workers with heavy mixed amosite and chrysotile exposure” by A Churg and S Vedal – Department of Pathology, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada. [...]

Asbestos is a hidden killer. Fact. If you had said this to someone 70, 50 or even 30 years ago you would have been branded a nonsense talker. It is only recently that the dangers of the asbestos mineral have become apparent, with its use being totally prohibited in 1999. But why so? Where is [...]

p>The literal meaning of the word “asbestos” comes from the Greek, and it means “inextinguishable.” Rightfully named, this long fibrous mineral has been widely used for thousands of years because of its fireproof qualities. In fact, the ancient Greeks used asbestos for the funeral dress of kings that were to be cremated. Both the Greeks [...]

Asbestos is the general name given to a group of organic minerals, all of which are composed of microscopic fibers and can be separated into thin, durable threads. Able to be woven into fabric, or mixed into materials such as cement, asbestos is extremely lightweight and strong, and does not conduct electricity. It also has [...]

Asbestos removal is the process of ridding a building or material of the asbestos that it may have been originally built with. Abatement companies all over California are busy with asbestos removal, in part due to the influx of asbestos litigation and mesothelioma lawsuits. Asbestos removal by a professional abatement company is only a fraction [...]

Asbestos workers that were smokers have an increased incidence of disease.  Another interesting study on point is called, “Cigarette smoke increases the penetration of asbestos fibers into airway walls.” By D. McFadden, J. Wright, B. Wiggs, and A. Churg – Am J Pathol. 1986 April; 123(1): 95–99.   Here is an excerpt: “Abstract – For study [...]

One interesting study is called, “Mobilization of iron from crocidolite asbestos by certain chelators results in enhanced crocidolite-dependent oxygen consumption” – Archives of Biochemistry and Biophysics Volume 287, Issue 1, 15 May 1991, Pages 91-96 – by  Loren G. Lund and Ann E. Aust.  Here is an excerpt: “Abstract – The reactivity of iron on [...]

Many asbestos related information is found in historical chronicles which say that this mineral was a favorite of the ancient Greeks, especially for its fire proof, malleability and insulation properties. This mineral has been used extensively in manufacturing in a wide variety of asbestos products, even though they knew that continuous exposure to it could [...]