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Topic: Chemical pneumonitis


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  Pneumonia - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Pneumonia may also result from chemical or physical irritation of the lungs or as the result of another medical illness, such as lung cancer or alcohol abuse.
Chemical pneumonia (usually called chemical pneumonitis) is caused by chemical toxins such as pesticides, which may enter the body by inhalation or by skin contact.
Aspiration pneumonia (or aspiration pneumonitis) is caused by aspirating oral or gastric contents, either while eating, or after reflux or vomiting.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Pneumonitis   (4942 words)

  
 Chemical pneumonitis - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Chemical pneumonitis is inflammation of the lung caused by irritation from aspirated vomitus, ingested gasoline or other petroleum distillates, ingested or skin adsorbed pesticides, gasses from electroplating, or other irritants.
It is sometimes called a "chemical pneumonia", though it is not infectious.
The most common "chemical" causing this kind of pneumonia is actually stomach acid, which is refluxed up.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Chemical_pneumonia   (103 words)

  
 Dr. Koop - Chemical pneumonitis
Many household and industrial chemicals are capable of producing both an acute and a chronic form of inflammation in the lung.
Acute chemical pneumonitis causes swelling of the lung tissue, movement of fluid into the air spaces in the lung, and less ability to absorb oxygen and get rid of carbon dioxide.
Chronic chemical pneumonitis can follow low levels of exposure to the lung irritant over extended periods of time.
www.drkoop.com /ency/93/000143.html   (361 words)

  
 PCCU Volume 15
Apart from the acute clinical presentation—which may range from transient conjunctival and nasal irritation at one extreme to life-threatening chemical pneumonitis at the other—there is the question of long-term sequelae of irritant inhalations.
In the context of inhalation injury, the word may be used to signify (1) chemically induced respiratory tract damage; (2) neurogenically mediated reflex changes in regional blood flow, mucus secretion, and airway caliber; and (3) the subjective sensation of airway irritation.
Irritant-related bronchiolitis obliterans is characterized clinically by an acute exposure incident of moderate to high severity (with development of tracheobronchitis or chemical pneumonitis), a period of partial resolution, and then clinical deterioration 2 to 4 weeks later.
www.chestnet.org /education/online/pccu/vol15/lessons1_2/lesson02.php   (2839 words)

  
 MSDS GLOSSARY   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
Chemical Pneumonitis Inflammation of the lungs caused by accumulation of fluids due to chemical irritation.
A chemical is a skin irritant if, when tested on the intact skin of albino rabbits by the methods of 16 CFR 1500 41 for 4 hours exposure or by other appropriate techniques, it results in an empirical score of 5 or more.
Silicosis A disease of the lungs (fibrosis) caused by the inhalation of silica cust.
planet.tvi.cc.nm.us /ppo/glossary.htm   (7231 words)

  
 CHEMICAL PNEUMONITIS   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
Chemical pneumonitis (new-mo-ni-tis) is an irritation of the lungs that causes increased fluid in the lungs.
Causes: It is caused by breathing in chemicals like bug sprays, pool cleaners, or gasoline.
Wear a face mask to keep you safe from sprays or chemicals that you are using.
www.medformation.com /ac/mm_qdis.nsf/qd/nd0411g.htm   (349 words)

  
 Pulmonary Aspiration MEDSTUDENTS-ANESTHESIOLOGY   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
Aspiration pneumonitis is potencially preventable and its incidence is aproximately 1-7 cases of significant importance in 10.000 anesthetics.The severity of pulmonary outcomes after an aspiration event is associated with the presence of comorbid diseases (ASA physical status III and higher) and procedures performed emergently.
The first phase of the response is direct reaction of the lung to acid (chemical pneumonitis); the second phase is due to leucocyte or inflammatory response to the initial damage which occurs hours later, and may lead to respiratory failure.
Treatment of aspiration pneumonitis is mainly supportive, consisting of oxygen and ventilatory support with positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP).Patients with particulate aspirate may need bronchoscopy to remove large obstructing pieces.
www.medstudents.com.br /anest/anest2.htm   (814 words)

  
 Octane   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
Chemical agent in petroleum industry, offers highly desirable blending values to achieve certain preferred antiknock and combustion qualities for high compression engine fuels.
Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Aspiration of material into the lungs may cause chemical pneumonitis, which may be fatal.
ull.chemistry.uakron.edu /erd/chemicals/7/6860.html   (481 words)

  
 Nickel carbonyl (UK PID)
In more severe cases a chemical pneumonitis may develop sometimes after a latent period of a few days (Brandes, 1934).
Gastrointestinal toxicity The respiratory effects of mild nickel carbonyl exposure are associated frequently with nausea (Vuopala et al, 1970; Shi, 1986).
Another patient with severe nickel carbonyl poisoning survived despite the development of a chemical pneumonitis requiring 60 per cent oxygen and continuous positive airways pressure (CPAP) ventilation for four days (Kurta et al, 1993).
www.intox.org /databank/documents/chemical/niccarb/ukpid68.htm   (3351 words)

  
 eMedicine - Pneumonia, Aspiration : Article by Philippe Le Conte, MD, PhD   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
Bacterial pneumonitis often is caused by oropharyngeal flora, but gram-negative bacilli and other nosocomial pathogens must be considered in nursing home residents or those recently hospitalized.
Bacterial pneumonitis in this setting may be caused by a wide variety of pathogens ranging from preexisting oropharyngeal flora to nosocomial pathogens.
The mortality for uncomplicated pneumonitis is approximately 5%.
www.emedicine.com /emerg/topic464.htm   (2100 words)

  
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Palpitation, inflammation, edema of the larynx and bronchi, chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema may result from inhalation exposure.
Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous waste.
None of the chemicals are on the Health and Safety Reporting List.
avogadro.chem.iastate.edu /MSDS/KOH-0.1Mto55pct.htm   (915 words)

  
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An inflammation of the lungs (pneumonitis) or breathing difficulty caused by inhalation of noxious chemicals.
Acute chemical pneumonitis causes edema (swelling) of the lung tissue, the movement of fluid into the air spaces in the lung, and decreased ability to absorb oxygen and get rid of carbon dioxide.
The information provided herein should not be used during any medical emergency or for the diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition.
ajc.com /search/healthfd/shared/health/adam/ency/article/000143.html   (271 words)

  
 ENLmedical.com: Conditions And Concerns: Medical Encyclopedia: Chemical pneumonitis
Chronic chemical pneumonitis follows low levels of exposure to the lung irritant over extended periods of time.
This causes fibrosis (scarring) with decreased oxygen exchange and stiffening of the lung.
Chemicals such as chlorine (produced in the home when some toilet bowl cleansers are inadvertently mixed with other chlorinated cleansers), beryllium (found in older style fluorescent light tubes), and methylene chloride (found in paint strippers) can cause chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary fibrosis.
www.enlmedical.com /article/000143.htm   (336 words)

  
 Imaging of Occupational Lung Disease -- Kim et al. 21 (6): 1371 -- RadioGraphics
Hydrogen sulfide is an irritant and chemical asphyxiant gas
pneumonitis may be the most common diffuse lung disease exhibiting
  Isocyanate-induced acute hypersensitivity pneumonitis in a 36-year-old man who presented with severe cough and dyspnea after spray painting in a ship repair plant.
radiographics.rsnajnls.org /cgi/content/full/21/6/1371   (6545 words)

  
 Medical Encyclopedia: Chemical pneumonitis (Print Version)
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Household chemicals should be used only as directed and always in well-ventilated areas.
Work rules regarding breathing masks should be followed and the appropriate breathing mask should be worn.
www.nlm.nih.gov /medlineplus/print/ency/article/000143.htm   (462 words)

  
 Reportable Diseases - Reporting Requirements
A history of recent occupational exposure to a chemical irritant(s).
A work-related disease outbreak is the occurrence of any illness in excess of normal expectation of workers at the same place of employment.
Such exposures may be caused by an exposure to a physical, biological or chemical hazards in the workplace.
www.hms.harvard.edu /oed/themes2/oem/reporting.html   (694 words)

  
 Formaldehyde   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
Inhalation may be fatal as a result of spasm, inflammation and edema of the larynx and bronchi, chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema.
Symptoms of Exposure: Burning sensation, coughing, wheezing, laryngitis, shortness of breath, headache, nausea, spasm and vomiting as well as inflammation and edema of the larynx, bronchi and chemical pneumonitis.
Extinguishers: Water spray, Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder or appropriate foam.
www.camd.lsu.edu /msds/f/formaldehyde.htm   (314 words)

  
 [No title]   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
CHEMICAL TEST RULES: NONE OF THE CHEMICALS IN THIS PRODUCT ARE UNDER A CHEMICAL TEST RULE.
OSHA: NONE OF THE CHEMICALS IN THIS PRODUC T ARE CONSIDERED HIGHLY HAZARDOUS BY OSHA.
Any person utilizing this instruction who is not a military or civilian employee of the United States of America should seek competent professional advice to verify and assume responsibility for the suitability of this information to their particular situation regardless of similarity to a corresponding Department of Defense or other government situation.
www.kauaicc.hawaii.edu /msds/files/clj/cljfr.html   (1211 words)

  
 ICSC:NENG0015 International Chemical Safety Cards (WHO/IPCS/ILO) | CDC/NIOSH
UN Packing Group: II Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities (C) IPCS CEC 1994.
A harmful contamination of the air can be reached very quickly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C. The substance is irritating to the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract.
Swallowing the liquid may cause aspiration into the lungs with the risk of chemical pneumonitis.
www.cdc.gov /niosh/ipcsneng/neng0015.html   (631 words)

  
 Pneumonitis - MayoClinic.com
Pneumonitis is a general term for inflammation of lung tissue.
Inhalation of foreign matter, usually of stomach contents when vomiting (aspiration pneumonitis)
Adverse reaction to a drug or toxic chemical (drug- or chemical-induced pneumonitis)
www.mayoclinic.com /health/pneumonitis/AN00384   (199 words)

  
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None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.
None of the chemicals in this material have an RQ.
In no way shall Fisher be liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost profits or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary damages, howsoever arising, even if Fisher has been advised of the possibility of such damages.
www.conncoll.edu /offices/envhealth/MSDS/chemistry/O/Octane.htm   (1249 words)

  
 Hydrazine Sulphate 99+%,   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
harmful if inhaled, material is extremely destructive to tissue of the mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract, eyes and skin, inhalation may result in spasm, inflammation and the edema, larynx and bronchi, chemical pneumonitis and the pulmonary edema.
Water Spray, Carbon dioxide, Dry Chemical Powder, or appropriate foam.
Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber.
www.camd.lsu.edu /msds/h/hydrazine_sulphate.htm   (385 words)

  
 Disease - Chemical pneumonitis - Hartford, Connecticut
Unchecked, this condition may ultimately lead to respiratory failure and death.
The outcome depends on the chemical agent involved, the severity of exposure, and whether the problem is acute or chronic.
Call your health care provider if you have trouble breathing after inhaling (or possibly inhaling) any substance.
www.saintfranciscare.com /11422.cfm   (435 words)

  
 eMedicine - Berylliosis : Article by Raed A Dweik, MD, FACP, FCCP, FRCPC
Background: Inhalation of beryllium (Be) has been associated with 2 pulmonary syndromes, which are an acute chemical pneumonitis and a granulomatous lung disease known as chronic beryllium disease (CBD), or berylliosis.
In acute beryllium disease, the metal acts as a direct chemical irritant, causing a nonspecific inflammatory reaction (acute chemical pneumonitis).
Relatively insoluble chemical forms of beryllium may be retained for years.
www.emedicine.com /med/topic222.htm   (2614 words)

  
 Bromine
This was taken as a strong indicator of extreme air pollution problems because chlorophyll does not reflect environmental problems until they become overwhelming.
Wear chemical protective clothing which is specifically recommended by the manufacturer.
Flammable in the form of liquid or vapor by spontaneous chemical reaction with reducing materials.
www.gasdetection.com /TECH/br2.html   (7241 words)

  
 Pneumonitis after Intravenous Self-Administration of Solvent   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
Intravenous self-administration of petroleum distillates is a rare condition.
Most experience with petroleum distillates poisoning is with ingestion by children, and the most common and serious manifestation is chemical pneumonitis.
We report a case of chemical pneumonitis after intravenous self-administration of ink solvent.
www.rcjournal.com /contents/01.01/01.01.0053.asp   (158 words)

  
 Energy Citations Database (ECD) - Energy and Energy-Related Bibliographic Citations
Energy Citations Database (ECD) Document #6840068 - Chemical pneumonitis due to exposure to bromine compounds
Availability information may be found in the Availability, Publisher, Research Organization, Resource Relation and/or Author (affiliation information) fields and/or via the "Full-text Availability" link.
Chemical pneumonitis due to exposure to bromine compounds
www.osti.gov /energycitations/product.biblio.jsp?osti_id=6840068   (81 words)

  
 Tetraethyl pyrophosphate and compressed gas mixtures   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
Quickly hydrolyzed by water, half-life at 25 °C about 7 hr in a 50% volvol mixt.
SMALL FIRES: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide or water spray.
LARGE FIRES: Water spray, fog or regular foam.
ull.chemistry.uakron.edu /erd/chemicals/8/7116.html   (434 words)

  
 [No title]   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
ACUTE EFFECTS: MATERIAL IS EXTREMELY DESTRUCTIVE TO TISSUE OF THE MUCOUS MEMBRANES AND UPPER RESPIRATORY TRACT, EYES AND SKIN.
INHALATION M AY RESULT IN SPASM, INFLAMMATION AND EDEMA OF THE LARYNX AND BRONCHI, CHEMICAL PNEUMONITIS AND PULMONARY EDEMA.
Neutralizing Agent: NO DATA PROVIDED BY MANUFACTURER Waste Disposal Methods: DISSOLVE OR MIX THE MATERIAL WITH A COMBUSTIBLE SOLVENT AND BURN IN A CHEMICAL INCINERATOR EQUIPPED WITH AN AFTER BURNER AND SCRUBBER OBSERVE ALL FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATIONS.
www.kauaicc.hawaii.edu /msds/files/clm/clmbx.html   (726 words)

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