Impact of ambient air pollution on lung function in preterm-born school-aged children.

William John WatkinsChristopher William CourseMichael CousinsKylie HartSarah J KotechaSailesh Kotecha

Published in: Thorax (2024)

Birth and current exposures to road-traffic-associated pollutants detrimentally affected %FVC in preterm-born school-aged children, who already have compromised lung function.

Keyphrases

air pollution
lung function
gestational age
low birth weight
particulate matter
preterm birth
physical activity
young adults
mental health
preterm infants
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
heavy metals