Results The initial prevalence of AD was 8% and the mean EASI score was 2.37. The levels of particulate material 10 (PM10) and carbon dioxide (CO2) were higher in some kindergartens compared to the normal values. Subsequent to the completion of the indoor air quality improvement program, the mean PM10 level was significantly decreased from 182.7 to 73.4 µg/m3. After the completion of the program, the prevalence of AD and the mean EASI were decreased, and the changes were both statistically significant. The mean number of hospital visits decreased from 1.3 per month during the first survey to 0.7 per month during the second survey, which was statistically significant. Conclusion Indoor air pollution could be related to AD. The reduction of PM10 through improving indoor air quality should be considered in kindergartens and schools in order to prevent and relieve AD in children. Keywords: Atopic dermatitis, Improvement, Indoor air pollutants, Severity Read more at ivancevichmd.blogspot/2013/09/improvement-of-atopic-dermatitis.html#jWRv4arKDJ7WII4Q.99
Posted on: Thu, 12 Sep 2013 01:55:17 +0000
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