Indices of asthma among atopic and non-atopic woodworkers

Aims: To investigate the relation between wood dust exposure and different indices of asthma among woodworkers and non-exposed subjects. Methods: A total of 302 woodworkers and 71 non-exposed subjects answered a respiratory health questionnaire, underwent a non-specific bronchial provocation test using the Yan method, and received a skin prick test with 12 common inhalant allergens. Subgroups performed repeated peak flow monitoring...