Effects of ambient particulate matter on vascular tissue: a review
Kristina Shkirkova, Krista Lamorie‐Foote, Michelle Connor, Arati Patel, Giuseppe Barisano, Hans Baertsch, Qinghai Liu, Todd E. Morgan, Constantinos Sioutas, William J. Mack
Abstract
Fine and ultra-fine particulate matter (PM) are major constituents of urban air pollution and recognized risk factors for cardiovascular diseases. This review examined the effects of PM exposure on vascular tissue. Specific mechanisms by which PM affects the vasculature include inflammation, oxidative stress, actions on vascular tone and vasomotor responses, as well as atherosclerotic plaque formation. Further, there appears to be a greater PM exposure effect on susceptible individuals with pre-existing cardiovascular conditions.
Topics & Concepts
ParticulatesOxidative stressInflammationVasomotorMedicineInternal medicineBiologyEcologyAir Quality and Health ImpactsClimate Change and Health ImpactsCOVID-19 impact on air quality