TitleInjury trends for adolescents with early childhood lead exposure.
Publication TypeJournal Article
Year of Publication2006
AuthorsKincl, L, Dietrich, KN, Bhattacharya, A
JournalThe Journal of adolescent health : official publication of the Society for Adolescent Medicine
Volume39
Issue4
Pagination604-6
Date Published2006 Oct
KeywordsWounds and Injuries
Abstract

This pilot study investigated adolescents with well-documented childhood lead burdens to determine the relationship between lead and unintentional injury. Adolescents completed a self-administered injury questionnaire. Results demonstrated that elevated childhood blood lead concentrations were significantly related to injury variables. Further study is necessary to understand adolescent health and safety implications.

DOI10.1016/j.jadohealth.2006.02.008