Stannosis

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-011313",
  "term": "Stannosis",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A benign pneumoconiosis resulting from the inhalation and retention of tin or tin oxide dust in the lungs. This condition is characterized by the presence of radiopaque deposits in lung tissue, visible on X-rays. Unlike some other pneumoconioses, stannosis typically does not lead to fibrosis or impaired lung function.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "pneumoconiosis"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1313 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/stannosis/"
}