Influence of weather and air pollution on the occurrence of idiopathic pulmonary embolism in the region of Sousse (Tunisia)

Kacem, Imène; Kahloul, Mohamed; Hafsia, M; Aroui, Haifa; Maoua, Maher; Ajmi, Mohamed; Jedidi, Maher; Gouider, Jridi; Ghannouchi, N.; Laouani, C.; Chouchane, Imed; Taieb, Dalila; Chaouch, Ajmi; Naija, Walid; Mrizak, Nejb

doi:10.1007/s11356-020-09893-9

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“…In accordance with our findings, Colais et al conducted a study on hospitalized patients diagnosed with venous thrombosis or PE, concluding that the PM 10 pollutant is linked to a heightened risk of PE (24). Additionally, Kacem et al have indicated that PM 10 pollutants play a role in the development of PE, aligning with the results of our study (25).…”

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Relationship Between the Incidence of Pulmonary Embolism and the Quantitative Level of Air Pollution (NO2, SO2, CO, O3, and PM10) in Patients Referred to Mashhad Hospitals in 2019

Hadizadeh,

Momeni,

Teimouri

et al. 2024

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Background: Air pollution is known to be associated with increased levels of inflammatory markers, vascular endothelial damage, and alterations in blood coagulation factors. It represents one of the most significant environmental hazards in urban areas, with adverse effects on the health of the population. Objectives: This study aimed to investigate the relationship between the incidence of pulmonary embolism (PE) and the quantitative levels of various air pollution parameters. Methods: In this descriptive-analytical (cross-sectional) study, we examined all patients diagnosed with PE who were referred to Ghaem and Imam Reza (AS) Hospitals in Mashhad during the year 2019. Daily data on each air pollutant, including NO2, SO2, CO, O3, and PM10, were obtained from the Meteorological Center. For each patient's assessment, we considered the average pollution levels over the past 30 days. The collected data were subsequently analyzed using independent samples t-tests and the Mann-Whitney U test in SPSS 22. Results: The findings of this study revealed a statistically significant association between elevated levels of PM10 and O3 and the occurrence of PE. However, no such relationship was observed for NO2 and CO in relation to the risk of PE. Conclusions: It can be concluded that increased levels of PM10 and O3 are linked to a higher risk of developing PE, while other pollutants showed no evidence of association in this study.

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Relationship Between the Incidence of Pulmonary Embolism and the Quantitative Level of Air Pollution (NO2, SO2, CO, O3, and PM10) in Patients Referred to Mashhad Hospitals in 2019

Hadizadeh,

Momeni,

Teimouri

et al. 2024

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“…Monthly thermal variations are usually less than 10°C, which contributes to a consistent and comfortable climate. 20,21 The study included all deaths investigated by the forensic department of Farhat Hached University Hospital during the study period. This department serves as the central repository for all deceased individuals in the Sousse Governorate, whose deaths were deemed violent or occurred under suspicious circumstances.…”

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Environmental factors and daily suicides: a time series analysis

Kacem,

Ouahchi,

Jedidi

et al. 2024

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Background This study investigated the association between weather, air pollution, and suicide risk in Sousse. Methods A two-time series analysis examined suicide cases recorded in the forensic service of Farhat Hached University Hospital of Sousse, confirmed by autopsy, over seven years (2010-2016). Climate data were retrieved from the Monastir-Airport weather station, and air pollution data were obtained from the National Agency for Environmental Protection’s modelling platform. Results During the study period, 118 suicides were recorded, with the highest number (19.5%) occurring in 2012. Multiple binary logistic regression analysis revealed that autumn and a decline in NH3 were independently associated with a decreased risk of suicide (p=0.045; ORa: 0.57 CI95% [0.33-0.98], p= 0.009; ORa: 0.24 CI95% [0.08-0.71], respectively). Conversely, a 1 ppm increase in PM10 was associated with a 2.5% increase in suicide risk (p<10-3; ORa: 1.02 CI95% [1.01-1.03]). Conclusions Environmental factors, including seasonality and air quality, may provide valuable insights into suicide risks. Understanding the influence of these factors may have implications in preventive strategies.

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Interactive short-term effects of meteorological factors and air pollution on hospital admissions for cardiovascular diseases

Zhai

Liu

et al. 2022

Environ Sci Pollut Res

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Influence of weather and air pollution on the occurrence of idiopathic pulmonary embolism in the region of Sousse (Tunisia)

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References 33 publications

Relationship Between the Incidence of Pulmonary Embolism and the Quantitative Level of Air Pollution (NO2, SO2, CO, O3, and PM10) in Patients Referred to Mashhad Hospitals in 2019

Relationship Between the Incidence of Pulmonary Embolism and the Quantitative Level of Air Pollution (NO2, SO2, CO, O3, and PM10) in Patients Referred to Mashhad Hospitals in 2019

Environmental factors and daily suicides: a time series analysis

Interactive short-term effects of meteorological factors and air pollution on hospital admissions for cardiovascular diseases

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