2018
Bronchial hyper-responsiveness: a technical update
Borak J, Lefkowitz R, Linde B. Bronchial hyper-responsiveness: a technical update. Occupational Medicine 2018, 68: 519-522. PMID: 30192977, DOI: 10.1093/occmed/kqy122.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsMethacholine challenge testingEuropean Respiratory SocietyAmerican Thoracic SocietyDiagnosis of asthmaNew guidelinesAsymptomatic asthmaticsBronchoprovocation testingPD20 valuesATS guidelinesDeep inspirationRespiratory SocietyThoracic SocietyTidal breathingChallenge testingHand searchSystematic reviewClinical testsLongitudinal assessmentBreath holdingAsthmaPD20CliniciansGuidelinesDelivery systemTechnical update
2017
Persistence of mercury-induced motor and sensory neurotoxicity: systematic review of workers previously exposed to mercury vapor
Fields CA, Borak J, Louis ED. Persistence of mercury-induced motor and sensory neurotoxicity: systematic review of workers previously exposed to mercury vapor. Critical Reviews In Toxicology 2017, 47: 849-870. PMID: 28722535, PMCID: PMC5962347, DOI: 10.1080/10408444.2017.1342599.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsPhysical examinationElectrophysiological studiesSystematic reviewCessation of exposureHigh-dose exposurePrevious exposure studiesMercury workersSensory neurotoxicityNeurological findingsHistorical groupNeurobehavioral testsNeurotoxic effectsNB testingNeurotoxicityLimited available dataLongitudinal studyExposureFunctional significanceSensory effectsReviewHgCohortWorkersYearsStudyMercury-induced motor and sensory neurotoxicity: systematic review of workers currently exposed to mercury vapor
Fields CA, Borak J, Louis ED. Mercury-induced motor and sensory neurotoxicity: systematic review of workers currently exposed to mercury vapor. Critical Reviews In Toxicology 2017, 47: 815-848. PMID: 28718354, PMCID: PMC5931703, DOI: 10.1080/10408444.2017.1342598.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsPhysical examinationMercury workersUrine mercury levelsStudy of neurotoxicityDental cohortNB outcomesSensory neurotoxicityAbnormal reflexesEligible studiesImpaired coordinationNeurobehavioral testsPE findingsNeurological effectsElectrophysiological studiesSystematic reviewNeurotoxicityNB testingManual dexterityNB testsTremorExposureOutcomesHistorical exposureMercury levelsTextbook chapters
2016
Chronic Beryllium Disease
Borak J. Chronic Beryllium Disease. Journal Of Occupational And Environmental Medicine 2016, 58: e355-e361. PMID: 27820771, DOI: 10.1097/jom.0000000000000869.Peer-Reviewed Original Research
2015
Bronchial hyperresponsiveness
Borak J, Lefkowitz RY. Bronchial hyperresponsiveness. Occupational Medicine 2015, 66: 95-105. PMID: 26590957, DOI: 10.1093/occmed/kqv158.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsBronchial hyperresponsivenessBronchoprovocation testingChronic obstructive pulmonary disease patientsVariety of stimuliAssessment of BHRPrevalence of BHRObstructive pulmonary disease patientsPulmonary disease patientsDiagnosis of asthmaStudy of smokersGreat clinical valueBHR testingAirway diseaseLung diseaseDisease patientsClinical valueGeneral populationPathological mechanismsAsthmaHand searchSystematic reviewClinical patientsPatientsWorking populationHyperresponsiveness
2013
Is Diacetyl a Respiratory Sensitizer? A Reconsideration Using QSAR, QMM, and Competition Experiments
Dworak J, Roberts D, Calter M, Fields C, Borak J. Is Diacetyl a Respiratory Sensitizer? A Reconsideration Using QSAR, QMM, and Competition Experiments. Chemical Research In Toxicology 2013, 26: 631-633. PMID: 23593960, DOI: 10.1021/tx400097v.Peer-Reviewed Original Research
2012
Mortality Disparities in Appalachia
Borak J, Salipante-Zaidel C, Slade MD, Fields CA. Mortality Disparities in Appalachia. Journal Of Occupational And Environmental Medicine 2012, 54: 146-156. PMID: 22258162, DOI: 10.1097/jom.0b013e318246f395.Peer-Reviewed Original Research
2011
Methyl methacrylate and respiratory sensitization: A Critical review
Borak J, Fields C, Andrews LS, Pemberton MA. Methyl methacrylate and respiratory sensitization: A Critical review. Critical Reviews In Toxicology 2011, 41: 230-268. PMID: 21401327, PMCID: PMC3072694, DOI: 10.3109/10408444.2010.532768.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsRespiratory sensitizersRespiratory sensitizationLocal lymph nodesUpper respiratory tractIrritation of eyesShort-term peak exposuresOccupational asthmaLymph nodesHypersensitivity pneumonitisCase reportRespiratory tractRespiratory effectsGuinea pigsNonspecific cytotoxicityRespiratory irritantsMedicine reportWorker studiesAsthmaSensitization testSkin sensitizationPeak exposuresDermal sensitizerVivo studiesToxicology literatureSensitization
2006
Seafood arsenic: Implications for human risk assessment
Borak J, Hosgood HD. Seafood arsenic: Implications for human risk assessment. Regulatory Toxicology And Pharmacology 2006, 47: 204-212. PMID: 17092619, DOI: 10.1016/j.yrtph.2006.09.005.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsComplex organic compoundsCarcinogenic mechanismsChronic arsenic exposureMargin of exposureOrganic compoundsDose-response curveArsenic speciesDietary seafoodHuman risk assessmentCarcinogenic dosesRodent studiesWorkplace exposuresArsenic exposureUS dietAdverse effectsInorganic formsFormation of metabolitesConservative dose estimatesCompoundsDose estimatesArsenical compoundsArsenicExposureSmall proportionRecent studiesUse of Beryllium Lymphocyte Proliferation Testing for Screening of Asymptomatic Individuals: An Evidence-Based Assessment
Borak J, Woolf SH, Fields CA. Use of Beryllium Lymphocyte Proliferation Testing for Screening of Asymptomatic Individuals: An Evidence-Based Assessment. Journal Of Occupational And Environmental Medicine 2006, 48: 937-947. PMID: 16966961, DOI: 10.1097/01.jom.0000232548.03207.9f.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsAsymptomatic individualsLymphocyte proliferation testingProliferation testingBurden of sufferingChronic beryllium diseaseComputerized literature searchInsufficient scientific evidenceClinical benefitPreventive servicesEvidence-based assessmentRoutine screeningBeryllium diseaseBeryllium sensitizationEarly interventionHand searchLiterature searchBeLPTEarly detectionScientific evidenceMarked intraRelevant bibliographiesInterlaboratory variabilityIndividualsScreeningEvidence
2005
Risks of Brain Tumors in Rubber Workers: A Metaanalysis
Borak J, Slade MD, Russi M. Risks of Brain Tumors in Rubber Workers: A Metaanalysis. Journal Of Occupational And Environmental Medicine 2005, 47: 294-298. PMID: 15761326, DOI: 10.1097/01.jom.0000155715.08657.a2.Peer-Reviewed Original Research
2004
Who Is Hispanic?
Borak J, Fiellin M, Chemerynski S. Who Is Hispanic? Epidemiology 2004, 15: 240-244. PMID: 15127918, DOI: 10.1097/01.ede.0000112213.80320.68.Peer-Reviewed Original Research
2003
Sources of Interference in Field Studies of Diesel Exhaust Emissions
Sirianni G, Chemerynski S, Cohen H, Wheeler R, Borak J. Sources of Interference in Field Studies of Diesel Exhaust Emissions. Applied Occupational And Environmental Hygiene 2003, 18: 591-596. PMID: 12851009, DOI: 10.1080/10473220301414.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchComparison of NIOSH 5040 Method versus Aethalometer™ to Monitor Diesel Particulate in School Buses and at Work Sites
Borak J, Sirianni G, Cohen H, Chemerynski S, Wheeler R. Comparison of NIOSH 5040 Method versus Aethalometer™ to Monitor Diesel Particulate in School Buses and at Work Sites. AIHA Journal 2003, 64: 260-268. PMID: 12688851, DOI: 10.1080/15428110308984816.Peer-Reviewed Original Research
2002
Exposure of Miners to Diesel Exhaust Particulates in Underground Nonmetal Mines
Cohen H, Borak J, Hall T, Sirianni G, Chemerynski S. Exposure of Miners to Diesel Exhaust Particulates in Underground Nonmetal Mines. AIHA Journal 2002, 63: 651-658. PMID: 12529922, DOI: 10.1080/15428110208984753.Peer-Reviewed Original Research
2001
Phosgene Exposure: Mechanisms of Injury and Treatment Strategies
Borak J, Diller W. Phosgene Exposure: Mechanisms of Injury and Treatment Strategies. Journal Of Occupational And Environmental Medicine 2001, 43: 110-119. PMID: 11227628, DOI: 10.1097/00043764-200102000-00008.Peer-Reviewed Original Research
2000
Meta-analyses of TCE carcinogenicity.
Borak J, Russi M, Puglisi J. Meta-analyses of TCE carcinogenicity. Environmental Health Perspectives 2000, 108: a542-a543. PMID: 11133406, PMCID: PMC1240210, DOI: 10.1289/ehp.108-a542.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchCopper Exposure and Metal Fume Fever: Lack of Evidence for a Causal Relationship
Borak J, Cohen H, Hethmon T. Copper Exposure and Metal Fume Fever: Lack of Evidence for a Causal Relationship. AIHA Journal 2000, 61: 832-836. PMID: 11192216, DOI: 10.1080/15298660008984594.Peer-Reviewed Original Research
1995
New approach set to protect workers from asbestos exposures below PELs.
Borak J, Russi M. New approach set to protect workers from asbestos exposures below PELs. Occupational Health & Safety 1995, 64: 39-40. PMID: 7870404.Peer-Reviewed Original Research
1994
Outdated air contaminants system disruptive to industry and labor.
Borak J. Outdated air contaminants system disruptive to industry and labor. Occupational Health & Safety 1994, 63: 41. PMID: 15655989.Peer-Reviewed Original Research