Interventions to reduce cadmium exposure in low- and middle-income countries during pregnancy and childhood: A systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Exposure to the toxic metal cadmium is widespread globally and especially prevalent in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Early life (from pregnancy through childhood) is a vulnerable window for exposure. Therefore, interventions in low- and middle-income countries to prevent or reduce early life exposure to cadmium may be relevant for improving public health.

Methods

We systematically reviewed five databases (Scopus, Web of Science, Global Health Medicus, Greenfile, and PubMed). A synthesis without meta-analysis (narrative synthesis) was used for data analysis due to the wide heterogeneity of included studies. Study quality and risk of bias were assessed using modified GRADE criteria.

Results

4098 articles were returned by the search and a total of

SUBMITTER: Sripada K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9653536 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature