Aim: This study is aimed at determining the blood pressure and lipid profile in
automechanics. Settings and Design: A total of 120 male subjects between 18 and 55 years …

In order to investigate the effects of lead exposure on risk of cardiovascular disease during
occupational exposure to this metal, plasma cholesterol and its fractions as high-density …

The effect of lead on blood pressure is still controversial in spite of the numerous studies
which have been conducted in the recent years. The aim of this study was to evaluate the …

Background: Lead is a pollutant with numerous adverse effects on health. Since it can affect
blood pressure, peripheral blood vessels, and the heart, the present study aimed to evaluate …

Occupational exposure to lead may cause an increase in blood pressure. The aim of the
study was to estimate the effect of occupational exposure to lead on selected parameters of …

In order to assess occupational exposure to lead and its attendant biochemical effects, lead
levels and some biochemical effects associated with lead toxicity were determined in blood …

Background Review of other epidemiological studies reveal inconsistent results of
relationships between high blood lead level and risk of hypertension, hyperlipidemia and …

In order to investigate the effects of lead exposure on risk of cardiovascular disease during
Occupational battery workers ie lead exposure, plasma cholesterol and its fractions as high …

Background: Previous studies have supported the association between high levels of blood
lead levels (BLL) and elevated blood pressure. In addition, significant correlations between …

Lead levels were determined in the blood, scalp hair and fingernails of 38, all male auto-
mechanics (aged 18-45 years) from Abeokuta, South-western Nigeria. The subjects were …