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Physical function as a marker to assess the effects of occupational long-term pesticide exposure

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  • Talita Regina Coelho
  • Hugo M Pereira
  • Ana Tereza Bittencourt Guimarães

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In this cross-sectional study, we determined the relative impact of long-term occupational exposure to pesticides on physical performance and perception of tiredness. Experimental data was collected in locus from agricultural communities and included surveys to assess the duration of exposure to pesticides, social status, habitual physical activity levels, presence of common mental disorders (CMD), and self-reported tiredness. Plasmatic cholinesterase (PChE), body composition and traditional functional performance tests (Handgrip strength–HGS; Time up and go–TUG; and Sit-to-stand—STS) were obtained. From the 127 individuals tested, cluster analysis yielded 80 individuals divided in Direct Exposed (n = 37) and Indirect Exposed (n = 43); Tired (n = 16), and Not Tired (n = 64). PChE values were within the reference values (5209.64–13943.53 U/L). Pesticide exposure had no influence on PChE levels, CMD or fatigue (p > 0.05), while Self-reported tiredness had (p

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  • Talita Regina Coelho & Hugo M Pereira & Ana Tereza Bittencourt Guimarães, 2024. "Physical function as a marker to assess the effects of occupational long-term pesticide exposure," PLOS ONE, Public Library of Science, vol. 19(5), pages 1-13, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:plo:pone00:0300980
    DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0300980
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