Sudakin Daniel L, Stone David L, Power Laura
Oregon State University, Department of Environmental and Molecular Toxicology.
Curr Top Toxicol. 2011;7:13-19.
Naphthalene is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon that is commonly encountered in indoor and outdoor environments. There is growing awareness of the environmental health risks associated with inhalation exposure to naphthalene in the indoor environment. While there are numerous potential sources of naphthalene indoors, the use of mothballs can be a significant contributor to ambient concentrations. This review article describes recurring and emerging environmental health issues relating to mothballs containing naphthalene. The toxicology and health effects of naphthalene exposure are reviewed, with discussion of high-risk populations and risk mitigation strategies. Environmental health professionals should be aware of mothball use in the home, and recognize risks associated with accidental exposure and misuse.
萘是一种多环芳烃,在室内和室外环境中都很常见。人们越来越意识到室内环境中吸入萘所带来的环境健康风险。虽然室内萘有许多潜在来源,但使用樟脑丸可能是环境浓度的一个重要贡献因素。这篇综述文章描述了与含萘樟脑丸相关的反复出现和新出现的环境健康问题。本文综述了萘暴露的毒理学和健康影响,并讨论了高风险人群和风险缓解策略。环境卫生专业人员应了解家庭中樟脑丸的使用情况,并认识到与意外接触和误用相关的风险。