Associations between pesticide exposure with biomarkers of stroke risk factors in farmers
Ismail Setyopranoto,
Andre Stefanus Panggabean,
Ery Kus Dwianingsih
et al.
Abstract:The extensive use of pesticides may cause acute and chronic intoxication. Therefore, this study aimed to reveal the associations between pesticide exposure and serum markers for stroke risk factors in farmers. A cross-sectional study was conducted with farmers, who used chemical pesticides in Seloprojo Village, Ngablak District, Magelang Regency, Central Java Province, Indonesia. A questionnaire containing demographics, pesticide use, and aspects related to work was employed. Measurements of serum cholesterol,… Show more
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