[Lung cancer in survivors of radiation exposure at the Chernobyl nuclear disaster].

Epidemiology, diagnostics and therapy of lung cancer in the aftermath of Chernobyl nuclear disaster are discussed on the basis of the data released by the Federal Expert Committee. Lung cancer appeared to be the main death-causing factor. The disease was far advanced (stage IIIb and IV) in 85% of cases.

[Value of bone densitometry in the determination of vertebral mineral density in participants of the clean-up after Chernobyl accident].

Scanning osteodensitometry helped to study mineral saturation of lumbar vertebra in individuals who liquidated Chernobyl accident consequences. Bone mineral density appeared to depend on radiation dose obtained by the examinees. High risk of osteoporosis revealed in the examinees who participated in the liquidation in 1986.