Occupational cancers – Epidemiology and certification

摘要

The etiology of cancer is multifactorial. Malignant tumors caused by factors occurring in the work environment, classified ascarcinogenic in humans, can be recognized as an occupational disease. Analysis of epidemiological data indicates a significantunderestimation of occupational cancer, mainly due to long latency period of these diseases. This publication provides guidanceto certify occupational etiology of malignant tumors, based on the reviews of existing legislation and medical literature, as wellas on the experience of their authors. The publication presents the epidemiology of cancers, including occupational cancers, riskfactors, occupational carcinogens and presents the principles of occupational cancer certification. Med Pr 2018;69(1):93–108