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. 1987 Nov;80(11):674–677. doi: 10.1177/014107688708001105

Mushroom compost worker's lung.

M S Phillips 1, A A Robinson 1, T W Higenbottam 1, I M Calder 1
PMCID: PMC1291085  PMID: 3694612

Abstract

This study draws attention to difficulties in the diagnosis and the understanding of the mechanism of action of mushroom compost worker's lung. Descriptions are given of 4 workers in one factory who developed acute respiratory failure within a 6-month period; 13 others who were unaffected were also studied. Serological investigation appears to be largely unhelpful, and the evidence against the condition being included amongst the extrinsic allergic alveolitides is discussed. A detailed clinical and occupational history is essential for diagnosis.

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