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Abstract Title:

Effects of environmental contaminants on fertility and reproductive health.

Abstract Source:

J Environ Sci (China). 2019 Mar ;77:210-217. Epub 2018 Aug 22. PMID: 30573085

Abstract Author(s):

Yanmin Ma, Xin He, Keyan Qi, Tong Wang, Yongchao Qi, Lele Cui, Fengbang Wang, Maoyong Song

Article Affiliation:

Yanmin Ma

Abstract:

Recent research indicates that the human infertility rate is increasing. Although various reasons have been hypothesized for the growing infertility rate, environmental contaminants are potentially important causal agents associated with this change. Chemical contaminants are widespread throughout our environment and human exposure is virtually unavoidable. The overall contribution of environmental exposure to infertility is unknown, but studies involving occupational exposure, together with results from animal experiments, suggest that environmental contaminants may adversely affect fertility. We reviewed the adverse effects of environmental exposure on fertility and related reproductive outcomes. Environmental contaminants covered in this review include heavy metals, organic solvents, pesticides and endocrine disrupting chemicals. It is hoped that this review will highlight the need for further research in this area.

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