Impact of Occupational Lead Exposure on Lung Cancer Risk in Korean Male Workers: A Retrospective Cohort Study
This study demonstrates a significant association between lead exposure and an increased risk of lung cancer, highlighting the need for stronger occupational health policies and ongoing monitoring of workers exposed to lead. The observed dose-response relationship underscores the importance of reassessing current occupational safety standards and strengthening measures to reduce lead exposure in the workplace.
Authors
- Shinhee Ye (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4238-130X)
- Sang Gil Lee (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8127-8132)
- Kyung‐Eun Lee (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8656-2263)
- Jin-Ha Yoon
Institutions
- Yonsei University (KR)
- Suwon Research Institute (KR)
- CHA University Gangnam Medical Center (KR)
- Korea Occupational Safety and Health Agency (KR)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Cancer Research and Treatment
- Published
- 2025-10-02
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.4143/crt.2025.282
- Primary Topic
- Heavy Metal Exposure and Toxicity
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- Occupational Safety and Health Research Institute