Factors Associated With Elevated Blood Lead Levels in Children

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Sakshi Chaudhary1, Uzma Firdaus2, Syed Manazir Ali1

  • 1Department of Pediatrics, Jawahaharlal Nehru Medical College, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, India.

Indian Pediatrics
|September 28, 2017
PubMed

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Elevated blood lead levels were found in 44.2% of children in Aligarh, with lead-based house paints identified as a significant risk factor. This highlights the need for safe renovation practices to prevent childhood lead exposure.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Environmental Health
  • Toxicology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Childhood lead exposure remains a significant public health concern globally.
  • Identifying sources of lead exposure is crucial for effective prevention strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence of elevated blood lead levels in children aged 6-144 months in Aligarh.
  • To identify factors associated with elevated blood lead levels in this population.

Main Methods:

  • A hospital-based cross-sectional study was conducted.
  • Venous blood samples were collected for lead level estimation.
  • A structured questionnaire was administered to collect relevant data.

Main Results:

  • A total of 260 children were enrolled in the study.
  • The prevalence of elevated blood lead levels was 44.2%.
  • Deteriorating lead-based house paints were significantly associated with elevated blood lead levels, particularly in children under 5 years of age.

Conclusions:

  • Lead-based house paints are a significant source of lead exposure in children.
  • Meticulous renovation and the use of safe paints are recommended to mitigate lead exposure risks.
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