Systematic Review of Exposure to Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons and Obstructive Lung Disease

Background. There is fast-growing epidemiologic evidence of the effects of environmental chemicals on respiratory health. Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) have been linked with airway obstruction common in asthma and/or asthma exacerbation, and chronic bronchitis and emphysema. Objectives. A...

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Main Authors: Chinemerem C. Nwaozuzu, Kingsley C. Partick-Iwuanyanwu, Stephen O. Abah
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Pure Earth 2021-01-01
Series:Journal of Health and Pollution
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Online Access:https://www.journalhealthpollution.org.pinnacle.allenpress.com/doi/pdf/10.5696/2156-9614-11-31-210903