Abstract 2161 Wood Smoke Induces Pro-Oxidant and Pro-Inflammatory Effects in Human Lung Epithelial Cells

As the burning of biomass has become more frequent in developing or under-resourced countries, human exposure to its byproducts, biomass smoke and particulate matter, has also increased. Families often burn wood and other biomass such as plastic, rubber, or animal dung for heat and cooking, exposing themselves and their children to harmful inhaled toxicants. Multiple studies have demonstrated that biomass smoke exposure is a risk factor for the development of chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases.