Journal of Clinical Toxicology
Open Access
ISSN: 2161-0495
+44 1478 350008
ISSN: 2161-0495
+44 1478 350008
Hend MH Abo Elatta
Mansoura Children Hospital,
Egypt
Research Article
Lead and Cadmium Hair Levels in a Sample of Egyptian Children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Author(s): Doaa A El-Morsi, Amal A El-Bakary, Bothina MM Hasaneen and Hend MH Abo ElattaDoaa A El-Morsi, Amal A El-Bakary, Bothina MM Hasaneen and Hend MH Abo Elatta
Background: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common neurobehavioral disorders among children. It has multifactorial mechanisms of induction; one that main mechanism is the exposure to neurotoxins. Environmental exposure to lead (Pb) and cadmium (Cd) may be implicated in its development.
Objective: This study estimated the correlation between Pb and Cd hair levels and the development of ADHD.
Methods: 102 children were divided into two groups: the ADHD group (n=54) diagnosed with ADHD according to (DSM)-IV, Conner's and intelligence quotient scales, control group apparently healthy children (n=48). Hair samples were taken for estimating Pb and Cd levels using Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP).
Results: A statistically significant difference was found regarding Pb levels betwe.. View More»
DOI:
10.4172/2161-0495.1000409