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Exposure to microplastics and human reproductive outcomes: A systematic review
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This systematic review examined evidence linking microplastic exposure to reproductive health problems in humans. While early findings raise concerns, the review emphasizes that more high-quality studies are needed to clearly establish how microplastics affect fertility and reproduction.
There is a need for high-quality observational studies to assess the effects of microplastics on human reproductive health.
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