Lead Level ≥5 µg/dL and Neurodevelopmental Outcomes of Preterm Infants at Five Years of Age.
Robust screening and follow-up may protect against negative developmental outcomes in the setting of elevated lead levels. The association of higher lead levels with poor sleep supports continued lead screening efforts and appropriate support services for preterm children.
Authors
- Betty R. Vohr (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1200-7413)
- Ashley Adams
- Michelle L. Rogers (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6110-5146)
- Richard Tucker
- Elisabeth C. McGowan
Institutions
- Boston Children's Hospital (US)
- Providence College (US)
- Brown University (US)
- Women & Infants Hospital of Rhode Island (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- PubMed
- Published
- 2024-12-02
- Primary Topic
- Heavy Metal Exposure and Toxicity
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00