Subpopulations at increased risk of adverse health outcomes from air pollution
Annesi-Maesano, I; Agabiti, N; Pistelli, R; Couilliot, MF; Forastiere, F
HERO ID
2081142
Reference Type
Journal Article
Subtype
Review
Year
2003
Reference is
Locked
Language
English
PMID
| HERO ID | 2081142 |
|---|---|
| Material Type | Review |
| In Press | No |
| Year | 2003 |
| Title | Subpopulations at increased risk of adverse health outcomes from air pollution |
| Authors | Annesi-Maesano, I; Agabiti, N; Pistelli, R; Couilliot, MF; Forastiere, F |
| Journal | European Respiratory Journal |
| Volume | 21 |
| Page Numbers | 57S-63S |
| Abstract | Epidemiological research to identify subpopulations with enhanced susceptibility to air pollution is still at an early stage. From the available studies, there is evidence that both "endogenous" and "exogenous" factors contribute to individual susceptibility. Females and the elderly are at an increased risk of pollution-related diseases. Moreover, some chronic clinical conditions seem to be good candidates for identifying the "frail" populations: chronic obstructive pulmonary disease including asthma, coronary heart diseases, congestive heart failure, and heart rhythm disorders. It seems clear that epidemiological research on susceptibility in the future should investigate the underlying biological and physiological mechanisms, in addition to the environmental and toxicological effects. |
| Doi | 10.1183/09031936.03.00402103 |
| Pmid | 12762576 |
| Wosid | WOS:000182994800011 |
| Is Certified Translation | No |
| Dupe Override | No |
| Is Public | Yes |
| Language Text | English |
| Keyword | air pollution; elderly; gendcr; respiratory diseases; sex; susceptibility |
| Is Qa | Yes |