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Micro–Nanoplastics as Potential Carriers of Dioxins and Toxoplasma gondii in Patients with Carotid Atheromas

Parasitologia 2024
Giovanni Di Guardo

Summary

This study examined the potential for micro- and nanoplastics to act as carriers for dioxins and Toxoplasma gondii parasites in aquatic environments, assessing sorption capacity and survival of the pathogen on plastic surfaces. Findings suggest plastics can concentrate these hazards and facilitate their transport, raising concerns about combined exposure risks.

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A recent major study has shown that there is an increased risk of myocardial infarction, stroke and lethal outcomes in patients affected by carotid atheromas that contain micro-nanoplastics (MNPs) compared to subjects that do not have MNPs in their lesions [...]

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