Household wood and charcoal smoke increases risk of otitis media in childhood in Maputo
Household wood and charcoal smoke increases risk of otitis media in childhood in Maputo
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DOI：
10.1093/ije/dyh071
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发表时间：
2004-06-01
影响因子：
7.7
通讯作者：
Martin, M
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作者：
da Costa, JL;Navarro, A;Martin, M
背景：这项研究调查了2岁儿童中耳炎的相关性，咽鼓管功能障碍明显(OR=3.06)，特别是那些生活在不那么拥挤的条件下的儿童。结论本研究的结果与早期报道的父母吸烟、母乳喂养时间短和咽鼓管功能障碍有关的研究一致。与木头和木炭烟雾的联系表明，有必要教育人们避免让他们的孩子暴露在这种环境危害中。
Background This study examined the association of otitis media in children 2 years, Eustachian tube dysfunction was evident (OR = 3.06) particularly in those living in less overcrowded conditions.Conclusions Findings of this study are consistent with earlier studies that have reported an association between parental smoking, short duration of breastfeeding, and Eustachian tube dysfunction. The association with wood and charcoal smoke indicates that there is a need to educate people regarding the avoidance of exposing their children to this environmental hazard.