scholarly journals Cement Dust Exposure and Perturbations in Some Elements and Lung and Liver Functions of Cement Factory Workers

2016 ◽  
Vol 2016 ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Egbe Edmund Richard ◽  
Nsonwu-Anyanwu Augusta Chinyere ◽  
Offor Sunday Jeremaiah ◽  
Usoro Chinyere Adanna Opara ◽  
Etukudo Maise Henrieta ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Liver Function ◽  
Peak Expiratory Flow ◽  
Flow Rate ◽  
Peak Expiratory Flow Rate ◽  
Dust Exposure ◽  
Cement Dust ◽  
Cement Factory ◽  
Dust Inhalation ◽  
Liver Functions ◽  
Expiratory Flow

Background. Cement dust inhalation is associated with deleterious health effects. The impact of cement dust exposure on the peak expiratory flow rate (PEFR), liver function, and some serum elements in workers and residents near cement factory were assessed.Methods. Two hundred and ten subjects (50 workers, 60 residents, and 100 controls) aged 18–60 years were studied. PEFR, liver function{aspartate and alanine transaminases (AST and ALT) and total and conjugated bilirubin (TB and CB)}, and serum elements{lead (Pb), copper (Cu), manganese (Mn), iron (Fe), cadmium (Cd), selenium (Se), chromium (Cr), zinc (Zn), and arsenic (As)}were determined using peak flow meter, colorimetry, and atomic absorption spectrometry, respectively. Data were analysed using ANOVA and correlation atp=0.05.Results. The ALT, TB, CB, Pb, As, Cd, Cr, Se, Mn, and Cu were significantly higher and PEFR, Fe, and Zn lower in workers and residents compared to controls (p<0.05). Higher levels of ALT, AST, and Fe and lower levels of Pb, Cd, Cr, Se, Mn, and Cu were seen in cement workers compared to residents (p<0.05). Negative correlation was observed between duration of exposure and PEFR (r=-0.416,p=0.016) in cement workers.Conclusions. Cement dust inhalation may be associated with alterations in serum elements levels and lung and liver functions while long term exposure lowers peak expiratory flow rate.

scholarly journals Assessment of Peak Expiratory Flow Rate in Spice Mill Workers - A Cross-Sectional Study

2022 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 23-27
Author(s):  
Neha P. Sarokte ◽  
Rutika Patil ◽  
Ajay Kumar
Keyword(s):  
Peak Expiratory Flow ◽  
Flow Rate ◽  
Peak Expiratory Flow Rate ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Solid Particles ◽  
Dust Exposure ◽  
Continuous Exposure ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Expiratory Flow ◽  
Normal Adults

Background: Numerous industries have researched the effects of occupational dust and particles on respiratory function. The continuous exposure to dispersed particles causes respiratory ailments in spice mill workers. Spice dust exposure is linked to a systemic inflammatory response, including respiratory irritation. Spice dust is finely divided solid particles and a form of respirable dust this is the leading cause of occupational disease. Allergies and asthma have been linked to spice mill workers. Objective: To study the effect of spice dust exposure on expiratory function and to compare the peak expiratory flow rate of spice mill workers and normal adults across age groups and gender Method: 186 subjects in Mumbai region, 93 spice mill workers and 93 normal adults were selected as per inclusion and exclusion criteria. PEFR was measured in all the participants using a mini Wright peak flow meter. Result: The statistical analysis showed that there is a significant difference in the peak expiratory flow rates of spice mill workers. However, intergroup analysis between age groups showed that there was not much difference in the PEFR values for the age group 40-50 when compared with normal. The reason could be less number of participants available for the study. Also, the gender-wise comparison showed statistically significant difference in male and female PEFR values. Conclusion: The present study concluded that peak expiratory flow rate was significantly reduced in spice mill workers when compared to normal adults of same age. Key words: PEFR, spice mill workers, spice dust, allergies.

EFFECT OF BODY MASS INDEX ON PEAK EXPIRATORY FLOW RATE

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (9) ◽  
Author(s):  
K. Subramanyam ◽  
Dr. P. Subhash Babu
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Peak Expiratory Flow ◽  
Flow Rate ◽  
Peak Expiratory Flow Rate ◽  
Normal Weight ◽  
The Body ◽  
Health Care Centre ◽  
Expiratory Flow ◽  
Group B

Obesity has become one of the major health issues in India. WHO defines obesity as “A condition with excessive fat accumulation in the body to the extent that the health and wellbeing are adversely affected”. Obesity results from a complex interaction of genetic, behavioral, environmental and socioeconomic factors causing an imbalance in energy production and expenditure. Peak expiratory flow rate is the maximum rate of airflow that can be generated during forced expiratory manoeuvre starting from total lung capacity. The simplicity of the method is its main advantage. It is measured by using a standard Wright Peak Flow Meter or mini Wright Meter. The aim of the study is to see the effect of body mass index on Peak Expiratory Flow Rate values in young adults. The place of a study was done tertiary health care centre, in India for the period of 6 months. Study was performed on 80 subjects age group 20 -30 years, categorised as normal weight BMI =18.5 -24.99 kg/m2 and overweight BMI =25-29.99 kg/m2. There were 40 normal weight BMI (Group A) and 40 over weight BMI (Group B). BMI affects PEFR. Increase in BMI decreases PEFR. Early identification of risk individuals prior to the onset of disease is imperative in our developing country. Keywords: BMI, PEFR.

scholarly journals 188 Nomogram of peak expiratory flow rate values for adolescents in a state in Southeast Nigeria

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Odirichi Andrew ◽  
Ifeoma Egbuonu ◽  
Ngozi Ojinnaka ◽  
Thecla Ezeonu ◽  
Obumneme Ezeanosike
Keyword(s):  
Peak Expiratory Flow ◽  
Flow Rate ◽  
Peak Expiratory Flow Rate ◽  
Expiratory Flow

Effect of Adenotonsillectomy on Peak Expiratory Flow Rate Among Children

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Akshi Singhal ◽  
Lovneesh Kumar ◽  
Vinish Kumar Agarwal ◽  
Sampan Singh Bist ◽  
Nitika Agrawal
Keyword(s):  
Peak Expiratory Flow ◽  
Flow Rate ◽  
Peak Expiratory Flow Rate ◽  
Expiratory Flow

scholarly journals Fungus Spores, Air Pollutants, and Other Determinants of Peak Expiratory Flow Rate in Children

1996 ◽  
Vol 143 (8) ◽  
pp. 797-807 ◽  
Author(s):  
L. M. Neas ◽  
D. W. Dockery ◽  
H. Burge ◽  
p. Koutrakis ◽  
F. E. Speizer
Keyword(s):  
Peak Expiratory Flow ◽  
Flow Rate ◽  
Peak Expiratory Flow Rate ◽  
Air Pollutants ◽  
Expiratory Flow

Operant muscular relaxation and peak expiratory flow rate in asthmatic children

1978 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
pp. 17-23 ◽  
Author(s):  
Harry Kotses ◽  
Kathleen D. Glaus ◽  
Stanley K. Bricel ◽  
Jack E. Edwards ◽  
Paul L. Crawford
Keyword(s):  
Peak Expiratory Flow ◽  
Flow Rate ◽  
Peak Expiratory Flow Rate ◽  
Muscular Relaxation ◽  
Asthmatic Children ◽  
Expiratory Flow

PEAK EXPIRATORY FLOW RATE AT HIGH ALTITUDE

The Lancet ◽  
1983 ◽  
Vol 322 (8341) ◽  
pp. 100 ◽  
Author(s):  
Peter Forster ◽  
R.W. Parker
Keyword(s):  
High Altitude ◽  
Peak Expiratory Flow ◽  
Flow Rate ◽  
Peak Expiratory Flow Rate ◽  
Expiratory Flow

scholarly journals The Level of Lungs Capacity of Highly Skilled Female Volleyball Players

2017 ◽  
pp. 195-200
Author(s):  
Anna Galytska
Keyword(s):  
Peak Expiratory Flow ◽  
Flow Rate ◽  
Peak Expiratory Flow Rate ◽  
Average Rate ◽  
The Body ◽  
Lung Capacity ◽  
Air Volume ◽  
Volleyball Players ◽  
Expiratory Flow ◽  
Forced Air

Actuality of Research. Scientific works proved that the greater the volume of the lungs, the better the physical abilities of athletes. So researching of the functional state of organism, namely the level of lung capacity of volleyball players is very important. The aim of the Researching. Determining of the level of lung capacity, forced air volume in 1 second and peak expiratory flow rate in volleyball qualifications. Results. The average rate of lung capacity of volleyball players is – 3,98 l, Forced air volume in 1 second – 3,32 liters, peak expiratory flow rate 5,77 – l/sec. Conclusions. The results of researching indicate that the level of vital capacity in girls is rather higher. So volleyball players (girls) have a high level of fitness of the body, providing adaptation to hight loads and hight endurance.

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