Association between chronic lead exposure and markers of kidney injury: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT: In view of inconsistent reports on the association between chronic lead (Pb) exposure and renal injury markers (potential site of injury), the present systematic review explored their association by reviewing studies that investigated chronic Pb-exposed and those without obvious Pb exposure. Studies reporting blood Pb levels(BLL) and biomarkers of kidney injury [i.e. N-acetyl-β-D-glucosaminidase (NAG), Micro-Globulin(μG) and others] among chronic Pb-exposed and unexposed individuals were systematically searched from digital databases available until February 26, 2024. Preferred Reporting Items of Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis Guidelines were adhered to during the execution. Pooled effect size and heterogeneity were estimated using the random effect model and I2Studies reporti

SUBMITTER: Upadhyay K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11664089 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature