Proinflammatory effects and oxidative stress within human bronchial epithelial cells exposed to atmospheric particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM>2.5) collected from Cotonou, Benin | Synapse
March 3, 2026
Proinflammatory effects and oxidative stress within human bronchial epithelial cells exposed to atmospheric particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM>2.5) collected from Cotonou, Benin
Key Points
Bronchial epithelial cells exhibit significant oxidative stress after exposure to particulate matter.
Exposure to PM2.5 and PM>2.5 notably increased levels of proinflammatory markers in these cells.
The analysis assessed the impact of atmospheric particulate matter from Cotonou, indicating diverse sizes of PM.
Findings suggest a need for better air quality measures to reduce health risks associated with air pollution.