The Impact of Arsenic, Cadmium, Lead, Mercury, and Thallium Exposure on the Cardiovascular System and Oxidative Mechanisms in Children
Marcin Wróblewski, Justyna Miłek, Antoni Godlewski, Joanna Wróblewska
Abstract
Environmental exposure to heavy metals seriously threatens children's health, potentially impacting the cardiovascular system. Mechanisms such as oxidative stress, inflammation, and lipid metabolism disturbances play a significant role in this process. Although cardiovascular diseases typically manifest in adulthood, an increasing number of studies suggest that their origins trace back to childhood and result from long-term pathophysiological changes. Therefore, early identification of modifiable risk factors is crucial for effective preventive measures and reducing future health risks.
Topics & Concepts
Oxidative stressEnvironmental healthMedicineMercury (programming language)ArsenicCadmiumCardiovascular healthInternal medicineChemistryDiseaseComputer scienceProgramming languageOrganic chemistryHeavy Metal Exposure and ToxicityTrace Elements in HealthMercury impact and mitigation studies