Microplastics and the Placenta: A Call to Action for Perinatal Research.

IF 1.2 4区医学 Q3 OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY

American journal of perinatology Pub Date : 2025-07-17 DOI:10.1055/a-2657-6249

Jamie Kim, Marcia Chen, Robert S White

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Abstract

Microplastics have been detected in human placental and neural tissues, raising urgent concerns about their potential effects on maternal and fetal health. Emerging evidence links microplastics to systemic inflammation, neurotoxicity, and endocrine disruption, yet their impact on pregnancy outcomes and fetal development remains poorly understood. Given the placenta's central role in early-life health, perinatal researchers are uniquely positioned to lead investigations into this environmental threat. We call for collaborative, multidisciplinary research to better understand and mitigate the effects of microplastic exposure during pregnancy.

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微塑料和胎盘：围产期研究的行动呼吁。

在人类胎盘和神经组织中发现了微塑料，这引起了人们对其对母婴健康的潜在影响的紧急关注。新出现的证据表明，微塑料与全身炎症、神经毒性和内分泌紊乱有关，但它们对妊娠结局和胎儿发育的影响仍知之甚少。鉴于胎盘在生命早期健康中的核心作用，围产期研究人员在领导对这种环境威胁的调查方面处于独特的地位。我们呼吁开展多学科合作研究，以更好地了解和减轻怀孕期间接触微塑料的影响。

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American journal of perinatology 医学-妇产科学

CiteScore

5.90

自引率

0.00%

发文量

302

审稿时长

4-8 weeks

期刊介绍： The American Journal of Perinatology is an international, peer-reviewed, and indexed journal publishing 14 issues a year dealing with original research and topical reviews. It is the definitive forum for specialists in obstetrics, neonatology, perinatology, and maternal/fetal medicine, with emphasis on bridging the different fields. The focus is primarily on clinical and translational research, clinical and technical advances in diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment as well as evidence-based reviews. Topics of interest include epidemiology, diagnosis, prevention, and management of maternal, fetal, and neonatal diseases. Manuscripts on new technology, NICU set-ups, and nursing topics are published to provide a broad survey of important issues in this field. All articles undergo rigorous peer review, with web-based submission, expedited turn-around, and availability of electronic publication. The American Journal of Perinatology is accompanied by AJP Reports - an Open Access journal for case reports in neonatology and maternal/fetal medicine.