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Importance of urban air pollution in chronic respiratory problems.
MedLine Citation:
PMID:  6528656     Owner:  NLM     Status:  MEDLINE    
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
The prevalence of nonspecific respiratory diseases was confirmed by two physical examinations taken five years apart. Data were analysed in relation to the area of residence within the city. Particular emphasis was placed on higher or lower levels of atmospheric air pollution. Using multivariate methods of analysis it was shown that air pollution increased the risk of: persistent cough or phlegm, chronic bronchitis and reduced ventilatory capacity in the group of man exposed to occupational hazards. Additionally, it was noted that amongst men reporting persistent cough or phlegm, the prevalence of exacerbation of these symptoms was much greater in residents of more highly polluted parts of the city. In women, the prevalence of exacerbation of symptoms was associated with particular indoor environments.
Authors:
B Wojtyniak; M Krzyzanowski; W Jedrychowski
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Publication Detail:
Type:  Journal Article; Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.    
Journal Detail:
Title:  Zeitschrift für Erkrankungen der Atmungsorgane     Volume:  163     ISSN:  0303-657X     ISO Abbreviation:  Z Erkr Atmungsorgane     Publication Date:  1984  
Date Detail:
Created Date:  1985-04-01     Completed Date:  1985-04-01     Revised Date:  2006-11-15    
Medline Journal Info:
Nlm Unique ID:  7503239     Medline TA:  Z Erkr Atmungsorgane     Country:  GERMANY, EAST    
Other Details:
Languages:  eng     Pagination:  274-84     Citation Subset:  IM    
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MeSH Terms
Descriptor/Qualifier:
Adult
Aged
Air Pollution / adverse effects*
Bronchitis / etiology
Chronic Disease
Female
Humans
Lung Diseases, Obstructive / etiology*
Lung Volume Measurements
Male
Middle Aged
Poland
Risk
Smoking

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