Evaluation of Air Pollution Effects on Asthma Disease: The case of Izmir

Özcan, Nur Sinem; Cubukcu, K. Mert

doi:10.1016/j.sbspro.2015.08.201

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“…A significant correlation was noted between air pollution in the province and the number of asthma cases [40]. In an analysis conducted on adults and children in London, it was shown that PM10 and SO 2 had strong effects on asthma and other lower respiratory tract diseases [41].…”

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To Investigate the Effects of Air Pollution (PM10 and SO2) on the Respiratory Diseases Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

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OBJECTIVES:Effects of air pollution parameters of sulfur dioxide (SO2) and particulate matter (PM10) values on the respiratory system were investigated. MATERIAL AND METHODS:Data of SO 2 and PM10 were obtained daily for air pollution and classified into two groups: Group I (2006Group I ( -2007, coal burning years and Group II (2008II ( -2009, natural gas+ coal burning. Groups I and II were divided into two subgroups according to the months of combustion as combustible (November-April) and noncombustible (May-October). The number of patients with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD) was recorded between 2006 and 2009. RESULTS:There was no statistically significant difference between Groups I and II for PM10 and SO 2 (p>0.05). Within the years, the values of SO 2 and PM10 were statistically different between the groups defined by month (p<0.01). The number of patients in the combustible and noncombustible subgroups were found to be different for every 4 years, and the numbers of patients with COPD or asthma were not changed through the years. There was a strong correlation between PM10 and COPD (r=0.59, p<0.01) and a weak correlation between PM10 and asthma (r=0.25, p>0.05). A correlation was found between SO 2 and COPD (p<0.01) but not between SO 2 and asthma (p>0.05). The number of visits for COPD and asthma was statistically different between combustible and noncombustible subgroups (X2:58.61, p=0.000; X2:34.55, p=0.000, respectively). The r2 values for SO 2 and PM10 for COPD patients were 17% and 24%, respectively, in contrast to 8% and 5%, respectivley for asthma patients. CONCLUSION:Air pollution is known to increase respiratory disease occurrences. With decrease in the usage of solid fuel, air pollution could be reduced and may be effective in preventing respiratory diseases. KEYWORDS:Air pollution, respiratory system disease, PM10, SO 2 , asthma, COPD INTRODUCTIONInhalation of toxic particles and gases increases epithelial permeability, which is one of natural defense mechanisms of the lungs; decreases mucociliary activity; and depresses macrophage functions. These substances render toxic effects in healthy or unhealthy individuals and can be a component of molecular events that commonly develop [1]. In vitro experimental studies conducted on humans and animals showed that the damages caused increased inflammatory cellular activation (e.g., neutrophils, T lymphocytes, macrophages, and mast cells), increased production of inflammatory cell proteins (cytokines and chemokines), increased oxidative stress with free radical formation [2] (superoxide, hydrogen peroxide, and hydroxyl radicals), and decreased antioxidant enzyme levels (glutathione transferase and superoxide dismutase) [3].Several studies have shown that particulate matter (PM) in the air affect short-and long-term health. In many studies, there is evidence of effects of PM10 and PM2.5 (PM diameter of 10 or 2.5 µm) on asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and on the increased rate of hospitalization [4]. Stud...

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To Investigate the Effects of Air Pollution (PM10 and SO2) on the Respiratory Diseases Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

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“…Ambient air pollutants, such as particulate matter, ozone, SO 2 , and NO 2 , contribute to various respiratory problems, including bronchitis, emphysema, and asthma (Mabahwi, Leh, & Omar, ). In Turkey, the number of asthma cases has been strongly correlated with the level of urban air pollution (Ozcan & Cubukcu, ). Air pollution is associated with heart failure hospitalizations and heart failure mortality (Shah et al., ).…”

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Overview of Environmental Hazards and Health Effects of Pollution in Developing Countries: A Case Study of Nigeria

Babayemi

Ogundiran

Osibanjo

2016

Environmental Quality Mgmt

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Pollution has taken on a global dimension, and the effects are most obvious in developing countries. The effects take a toll on human health, animals, and vegetation, as well as on soil, air, and water quality. The objective of this article is to discuss the current relationships among pollution, environmental quality, and human health within the frame of anthropogenic activities in developing countries. In addition to personal observations, we review relevant literature on conditions throughout the developing world and case studies on conditions and activities in Nigeria. Key findings show the significant, adverse contributions to human health and environmental risk from current waste generation and handling practices, indoor and outdoor air pollution, wastewater and effluent generation and disposal, the hazardous nature and pollutionpotential of wastes, and the human behaviors that contribute to pollution in developing countries. There is an urgent need to create awareness among the various segments of society of the human health hazards posed by pollution as well as a need for the comprehensive development and enforcement of appropriate policies to prevent a descent into an abyss of deteriorating human and environmental health.

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“…Parameter polusi udara yang digunakan adalah SO 2 dan PM 10 . Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa konsentrasi SO 2 dan PM 10 yang tinggi menyebabkan penyakit asma (Ozcan, N. S. and Cubukcu, K. M., 2015).…”

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Pengukuran Parameter Kualitas Udara (Co, No2, So2, O3 Dan Pm10) Di Bukit Kototabang Berbasis Ispu

Kurniawan

2018

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Evaluation of Air Pollution Effects on Asthma Disease: The case of Izmir

Cited by 21 publications

References 5 publications

To Investigate the Effects of Air Pollution (PM10 and SO2) on the Respiratory Diseases Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

To Investigate the Effects of Air Pollution (PM10 and SO2) on the Respiratory Diseases Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Overview of Environmental Hazards and Health Effects of Pollution in Developing Countries: A Case Study of Nigeria

Pengukuran Parameter Kualitas Udara (Co, No2, So2, O3 Dan Pm10) Di Bukit Kototabang Berbasis Ispu

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