Endocrine-Disrupting Chemicals (EDCs) and Reproductive Outcomes
Arianna D’Angelo,
Georgina St Pier
Abstract:Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) are prevalent throughout the environment and known to negatively impact fertility. As the prevalence of unexplained subfertility increases worldwide, it is important to understand the impact EDCs might have on reproduction and fertility treatments, such as in vitro fertilisation (IVF). This chapter examines the impact of EDCs on assisted reproduction treatments and pregnancy outcomes. The literature is frequently conflicting; however, the association between exposure to ED… Show more
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