Occupational exposures and sarcoidosis: a rapid review of the evidence.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Sarcoidosis is a rare, multisystem, inflammatory condition associated with the formation of granulomas. Diagnosis can be challenging because of non-specific symptoms complicating epidemiological investigations of its aetiology. Despite research efforts, a review of the current state of the evidence is needed.

Aims

To assess the evidence for an association between occupational exposures and the development of sarcoidosis. To determine if workers in any occupation are at a greater risk of developing sarcoidosis.

Methods

This rapid review follows the methodology suggested by the World Health Organization. Two electronic databases were systematically searched until April 2022. The methodological quality of the studies was critically appraised, and a best-eviden

SUBMITTER: Rezai M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11165367 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature