The Hidden Health Crisis: Microplastics and Their Medical Consequences
Jakub Roman,
Daniel Gondko,
Patrycja Dębiec
et al.
Abstract:Introduction and Purpose: Microplastics, ubiquitous environmental contaminants, are increasingly recognized for their potential to impact human health. This review aims to consolidate existing knowledge on the pathways through which microplastics interact with biological systems and to elucidate their health implications.
State of Knowledge: Microplastics are pervasive in various environments, from aquatic to terrestrial ecosystems, and they eventually enter the human body via ingestion, inhalation, or derm… Show more
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