Shift work and pathological conditions

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Shift work exerts major influences on the physiological functions of the human body. These are primarily mediated by the disruption of circadian rhythms since most body functions are circadian rhythmic. Next to the disturbances caused by changes in the circadian...

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Main Authors: Kessel Richard, Spallek Michael, van Mark Anke, Brinkmann Elke
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2006-12-01
Series:Journal of Occupational Medicine and Toxicology
Online Access:http://www.occup-med.com/content/1/1/25