[The pneumonologist and the occupational physician in relation to immuno-allergologic risks in the occupational environment].

Abstract

The author reviews recent ideas on allergic occupational respiratory disorders which clearly define the severity and the possibility of a cure, thanks to early diagnosis. The diversity of specific and non-specific causes of occupational asthma and the need for research into new causes of pulmonary granulomas are emphasized. The basis for industrial compensation and medico-social prevention are recalled. The author finally looks to the future for a detailed epidemiological study in matters relating to allergic occupational respiratory diseases.