Occupa�onal Lead Exposure and Chela�on Outcomes in Metal Factory Workers: A Case Series of 14 Individuals

Seyhan Erdoğan D., Bozdağ F., Çetintepe S. P., İlhan M. N.

Evidence, Collaboration, Impact: The Future of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Toronto, Canada, 5 - 07 October 2025, pp.6-7, (Summary Text)

  • Publication Type: Conference Paper / Summary Text
  • City: Toronto
  • Country: Canada
  • Page Numbers: pp.6-7
  • Gazi University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Occupa�onal Lead Exposure and Chela�on Outcomes in Metal Factory Workers: A Case Series of 14 Individuals Duygu Seyhan Erdoğan, Fatma Bozdağ, Sultan Pınar Çe�ntepe, Mustafa Necmi İlhan Abstract Objec�ve This study aimed to evaluate the effects of lead exposure on various organ systems and to contribute to the literature by evalua�ng the changes in blood lead levels (BLL) a�er chela�on therapy. Methods Demographic data, symptoms, laboratory findings, clinical and radiological evalua�ons of 14 male workers (mean age 31.43±6.32 years) who were treated for lead poisoning in a metal recycling plant as furnace operators and exposed to lead, iron, noise and high temperatures, with common symptoms of musclejoint pain, memory problems and sleep disorders were examined. For chela�on therapy, pa�ents were hospitalized for 5 days and intravenous calcium disodium EDTA was administered. Sta�s�cal analyses were performed using BLL and �me spent at work, blood pressure and heart rate parameters.