Abstract
This study investigated the distribution of blood lead (PbB) levels, especially low levels, among Korean lead workers. The authors also estimated the potential effects of PbB on the blood pressure (BP) and cardiovascular diseases using models taken from the published meta-analyses. The PbB data from a total of 13,043 lead workers in 1217 companies throughout Korea were used. The geometric mean PbB level was 6.08 microg/dL (geometric standard deviation was 2.53), and 56.6% of the workers showed PbB levels greater than 5 microg/dL. Females accounted for 31.3% of all Korean lead workers in 2003. Considering two factors, such as PbB levels and the number of lead workers, the relatively important industry subclasses were identified as Manufacture of Accumulators; Manufacture of Other Electronic Valves, Tubes, Electronic Components n.e.c.; and Manufacture of Other Parts and Accessories for Motor Vehicles. The industrial processes of relative importance included battery assembly, acid treatment, and other soldering. Although uncertainties exist in the prediction model and associated model parameters, the authors attempted to estimate potential adverse health effects related to the lead exposure. It was estimated that 7383 South Korean...Continue Reading
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