Short- and Long-Term Effects of Inhaled Ultrafine Particles on Blood Pressure: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Journal: Journal of Clinical Medicine
Year: 2024

<b>Background:</b> Air pollution contributes to up to 60% of premature mortality worldwide by worsening cardiovascular conditions. Ultrafine particles (UFPs) may negatively affect cardiovascular outcomes, and epidemiological studies have linked them to short- and long-term blood pressure (BP) imbalance. <b>Methods:</b> We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of the short- and long-term effects of UFP exposure on systolic (SBP) and diastolic (DBP) blood pressure. Eligibility criteria w