Impact of welding occupation on serum aluminium level and its association with physical health, cognitive function, and quality of life: a cross-sectional study.
Ogochukwu Kelechi OnyesoArinze Kingsley UgwuHenrietha Chibuzor AdandomSuha DamagKelechi Mirabel OnyesoJames Okechukwu AbuguOkwukweka Emmanuela ArumaAdesola Christiana OdoleOluwaghohunmi A AwosogaCharles Ikechukwu EzemaPublished in: International archives of occupational and environmental health (2023)
Welders had significantly higher SAL, musculoskeletal symptoms, blood pressure, and lower QoL than non-welders. SAL was associated with adverse physical health parameters and social-related QoL, not cognition. We recommend routine aluminium bioavailability and physical health checks among welders.
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