Mean (SD) characteristics of the follow up of asbestos exposed subjects
| Residents | Workers | Women | Men | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total determinations of lung function | 2240 (34.7) | 4200 (65.2) | 1466 (22.7) | 4974 (77.2) |
| Determinations of lung function per person | 3.9 (1.7) | 5.1 (2.8) | 4.0 (2.0) | 4.8 (2.6) |
| Follow up (years) | 3.3 (1.8) | 5.7 (3.5) | 3.7 (2.3) | 5.1 (3.3) |
| Months between determinations | 13.7 (4.8) | 16.5 (10.1) | 14.6 (6.8) | 15.8 (9.2) |