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ReviewAnnals of medicine and surgery (2012)2025

Benzene and human health: a comprehensive review of carcinogenic risks, mechanisms, and preventive strategies.

Tashvin Paul, Tanya Paul, Shailendra Katwal, Parinita Aroori, Prachi Dawer, Harsh Bhatia, Temiloluwa Njideaka-Kevin, Prathima Guntipalli, Tularam Yadav

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Review in Annals of medicine and surgery (2012), 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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3 · Its place in the literature

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1 citing paper in PubMed.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

9 authors.

Tashvin PaulAvalon University School of Medicine, Willemstad, Curacao.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0009-0165-3971
Tanya PaulMetropolitan University College of Medicine, Newgate, Antigua & Barbuda.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2532-0196
Shailendra KatwalDadeldhura Subregional Hospital, Dadeldhura, Nepal.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7903-8789
Parinita ArooriKalinga Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhubaneswar, India.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0002-6259-6658
Prachi DawerUniversity College of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0009-1472-9082
Harsh BhatiaSurat Municipal Institute of Medical Education and Research, Gujarat, India.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0001-9580-0347
Temiloluwa Njideaka-KevinAvalon University School of Medicine, Willemstad, Curacao.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8719-233X
Prathima GuntipalliUT Southwestern Medical Center, Texas, USA.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6683-9357
Tularam YadavPrimary Health Care Center, Morang, Nepal.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5229-3448

Funding

No grant is acknowledged in the PubMed record.

6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Industries widely utilize benzene in the production of plastics, resins, and fibers. It is also present in cigarette smoke, gasoline, and motor vehicle exhaust. Unfortunately the widespread use is also associated with a significant risk of malignancies. Leukemias, lymphomas, and lung cancers are among the malignancies commonly linked to benzene exposure. Studies have described various pathophysiological mechanisms involving interactions between the immune system, stem cells, and oxidative stress. These changes are linked to chromosomal abnormalities and the development of a mutator phenotype. In addition to cancers, benzene is associated with the acceleration of lifestyle diseases such as cardiovascular disease and metabolic syndrome. Other carcinogens include ultraviolet radiation, processed meat, and various air pollutants. Authorities have implemented various regulations have been established to limit exposure to such hazardous chemicals. Additionally, recommendations have been issued regarding actions to take in the event of acute benzene exposure. By raising awareness and enforcing stringent laws, the incidence of benzene-associated cancers can decline.

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benzenecarcinogenesisleukemiapatient care

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PMID41180735
PMCPMC12578042

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