Abstract Di (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) is a chemical widely distributed in the
environment as is extensively used in the plastic industry. DEHP is considered an endocrine …

Endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) are chemicals that can interfere with normal
endocrine signals. Human exposure to EDCs is particularly concerning during vulnerable …

The global birth rate has recently shown a decreasing trend, and exposure to environmental
pollutants has been identified as a potential factor affecting female reproductive health …

Background The extent of thyroid disruptive effects of phthalates during pregnancy remains
unclear. Aim To investigate the association of maternal urinary phthalates with markers of …

Pregnancy is a complex process requiring tremendous physiological changes in the mother
in order to fulfill the needs of the growing fetus, and to give birth, expel the placenta and …

Per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have been found to be associated with
gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) development, a maternal health disorder in pregnancy …

Background: Phthalates are environmental contaminants commonly used as plasticizers in
polyvinyl chloride (PVC) products. Recently, exposure to phthalates has been associated …

The first trimester of pregnancy ranks high in priority when minimizing harmful exposures,
given the wide-ranging types of organogenesis occurring between 4-and 12-weeks' …

Proper placental development and function relies on hormone receptors and signaling
pathways that make the placenta susceptible to disruption by endocrine disrupting …

Background: Phthalates are commonly used endocrine-disrupting chemicals that are
ubiquitous in the general population. Prenatal phthalate exposure may alter placental …