Re: Babies Affected by Dads' X-Ray Exams

[John Goldsmith <gjohn@bgumail.bgu.ac.il>]

Mike:
     Kinlen was the author of the hypothesis, which  presumed an 
infectious agent and some lack of herd immunity in transient workers.
There is not any evidence from proponents that acute lymphatic leukemia 
in childhood is infectious and no data on immunity has been presented.
The relationship of perinatal radiation to childhood acute lymphatic 
leukemia is well established.  In my view those who lean on such a 
mechanism as Kinlen's are avoiding the issue, not clarifying it.
AFter a stint in the library, perhaps we can hear from you again.
                  John Goldsmith, M.D, M.P.H.  Professor of Epidemiology 

On Mon, 24 Mar 1997, Baker wrote:

> 
> If I remember correctly there was a followup study to Gardner's that
> showed evidence that the increased incidence of leukemia was more likely
> due to the transient nature of the work force required to build the
> power plants and other facilities. Incidence of disease increased when
> there was a large influx of personnel for facility construction. The
> happenned whether or not the facility was related to nuclear power.
> 
> Perhaps someone can help me with my memory. Tomorrow when I am in my
> office I'll see if I can put my hands on the study and give you better
> information.
> 
> Mike Baker
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