Microplastic exposure induces epithelial barrier alterations and increases collagen deposition in a 3D human endometrial model in vitro

Summary

Researchers exposed a 3D human endometrial tissue model to microplastics in the laboratory and observed alterations to the epithelial barrier along with increased collagen deposition. The findings suggest that microplastics may have the ability to exert harmful effects on human endometrial tissue. The study raises concerns about a possible negative impact on uterine functionality and receptivity.