Document ID (ISN) | 39821 |
CIS number |
83-1043 |
ISSN - Serial title |
0140-6736 - Lancet |
Year |
1982 |
Convention or series no. |
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Author(s) |
Jensen A.A. |
Title |
Melanoma, fluorescent lights, and polychlorinated biphenyls |
Bibliographic information |
23 Oct. 1982, Vol.2, No.8304, p.935. 13 ref. |
Abstract |
PCBs are used as a dielectric fluid in "closed" electric components such as the small capacitors used in fluorescent light installations and other electric apparatus in offices. High PCB concentrations have been detected close to data screen terminals, and in kitchens and laboratories. PCBs may escape from electrical systems, especially if the temperature is high. Indoors PCB exposure may be linked to malignant melanoma. |
Descriptors (primary) |
melanoma; polychlorinated biphenyls; artificial lighting; office work; fluorescent tubes |
Descriptors (secondary) |
carcinogenic effects; synergism |
Document type |
D - Periodical articles |
Subject(s) |
Occupational pathology
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Broad subject area(s) |
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Browse category(ies) |
Skin diseases Halogenated hydrocarbons Office work Lighting and colour
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