The carcinogenic risk of exposure to sulphuric acid fumes from lead acid batteries

J Laryngol Otol. 1994 Oct;108(10):881-2. doi: 10.1017/s0022215100128397.

Abstract

Prolonged exposure to sulphuric acid fumes is associated with an increased risk of developing laryngeal carcinoma. Lead acid batteries are a potential source of these fumes. We present a case of an electric fork lift truck driver who developed laryngeal carcinoma as a result of such exposure.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Carcinoma in Situ / chemically induced
  • Carcinoma in Situ / radiotherapy
  • Carcinoma, Squamous Cell / chemically induced*
  • Carcinoma, Squamous Cell / radiotherapy
  • Humans
  • Laryngeal Neoplasms / chemically induced*
  • Laryngeal Neoplasms / radiotherapy
  • Male
  • Occupational Diseases / chemically induced*
  • Occupational Diseases / radiotherapy
  • Occupational Exposure / adverse effects*
  • Sulfuric Acids / adverse effects*

Substances

  • Sulfuric Acids