[Methods and applications in the control of hypersensitivity in exposed occupational populations]

G Ital Med Lav Ergon. 1998 Jul-Sep;20(3):131-7.
[Article in Italian]

Abstract

The aim of this work is to present a clinical questionnaire for epidemiological studies in occupational allergology. We have evaluated and tested the items of such a questionnaire, finding a good sensitivity and specificity in terms of identification of symptoms and a clinical approach to the patient. The questionnaire was blind tested by two specialists and their results were found to be concordant. We realized that such a questionnaire is an easy instrument to use for medical personnel, reproducible and reliable. It can be applied in well orientated studies of occupational medicine as a first step in the investigation of work-related symptoms and in monitoring the workplace.

Publication types

  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Hypersensitivity / prevention & control*
  • Occupational Diseases / prevention & control*
  • Occupational Exposure / prevention & control*
  • Surveys and Questionnaires