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Duque-Cartagena T, Dalla MDB, Mundstock E, Neto FK, Espinoza SAR, de Moura SK, Zanirati G, Padoin AV, Jimenez JGP, Stein AT, Cañon-Montañez W, Mattiello R. Environmental pollutants as risk factors for autism spectrum disorders: a systematic review and meta-analysis of cohort studies. BMC Public Health 2024; 24:2388. [PMID: 39223561 DOI: 10.1186/s12889-024-19742-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2023] [Accepted: 08/09/2024] [Indexed: 09/04/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition affecting communication, social interaction, and behavior. Evidence suggests that environmental pollutants are associated with ASD incidence. This review aimed to analyze the effect of environmental pollutants on ASD. METHODS Systematic review and meta-analysis of cohort studies evaluated the association between exposure to environmental pollutants and ASD. We searched COCHRANE CENTRAL, MEDLINE, CINAHL, LILACS, EMBASE, PsycINFO, Web of Science, SciELO, and gray literature from inception to January 2023. The model used for meta-analysis was inverse variance heterogeneity (IVhet). The effect measures were the beta coefficient (β) and the relative risk (RR) with their 95% confidence intervals (95% CI). Sensitivity analyses were carried out using an instrument to screen or diagnose autism. RESULTS A total of 5,780 studies were identified; 27 were included in the systematic review, and 22 were included in the meta-analysis. These studies included 1,289,183 participants and 129 environmental pollutants. Individual meta-analyses found a significant association between nitrogen dioxide RR = 1.20 (95% CI: 1.03 to 1.38; I2: 91%), copper RR = 1.08 (95% CI: 1.03 to 1.13; I2: 0%), mono-3-carboxy propyl phthalate β = 0.45 (95% CI: 0.20 to 0.70; I2: 0%), monobutyl phthalate β = 0.43 (95% CI: 0.13 to 0.73; I2: 0%) and polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) 138 RR = 1.84 (95% CI: 1.14 to 2.96; I2:0%) with ASD. Subgroup meta-analyses found a significant association with carbon monoxide RR = 1.57 (95% CI: 1.25 to 1.97; I2: 0%), nitrogen oxides RR = 1.09 (95% CI: 1.04 to 1.15; I2: 34%) and metals RR = 1.13 (95% CI: 1.01 to 1.27; I2:24%). CONCLUSION This study found positive associations nitrogen dioxide, copper, mono-3-carboxypropyl phthalate, monobutyl phthalate, and PCB 138, and the development of ASD, likewise, with subgroups of pollutants carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, and metals. Therefore, it is important to identify these risk factors in children and adolescents to contribute to ASD and identify prevention strategies effectively.
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- Tatiana Duque-Cartagena
- School of Medicine, Postgraduate Program in Medicine and Health Sciences, Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul (PUCRS), Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil
- Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil
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- Cassiano Antônio de Moraes University Hospital, Universidade Federal do Espírito Santo (HUCAM/UFES), Vitória, ES, Brazil
- Capixaba Institute for Teaching Research and Innovation of the State Health Department of Espirito Santo (ICEPI-SESA), Vitória, ES, Brazil
- Espirito Santense College - FAESA, Cariacica, ES, Brazil
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- Universidade Leonardo da Vinci, Polo Canela, RS, Brazil
- Secretaria da Educação Esporte e Lazer de Canela-Escola Zeferino José Lopes, Canela, RS, Brazil
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- School of Medicine, Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande Do Sul (PUCRS), Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil
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- School of Medicine, Postgraduate Program in Medicine and Health Sciences, Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul (PUCRS), Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil
- Brain Institute of Rio Grande do Sul (BraIns), Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil
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- School of Medicine, Postgraduate Program in Medicine and Health Sciences, Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul (PUCRS), Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil
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- Departamento de Saúde Pública, Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre, and Hospital Conceição, Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil.
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AbuQamar SF, El-Saadony MT, Alkafaas SS, Elsalahaty MI, Elkafas SS, Mathew BT, Aljasmi AN, Alhammadi HS, Salem HM, Abd El-Mageed TA, Zaghloul RA, Mosa WFA, Ahmed AE, Elrys AS, Saad AM, Alsaeed FA, El-Tarabily KA. Ecological impacts and management strategies of pesticide pollution on aquatic life and human beings. MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN 2024; 206:116613. [PMID: 39053258 DOI: 10.1016/j.marpolbul.2024.116613] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/28/2023] [Revised: 06/10/2024] [Accepted: 06/16/2024] [Indexed: 07/27/2024]
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Pesticide contamination has become a global concern. Pesticides can sorb onto suspended particles and deposit into the sedimentary layers of aquatic environments, resulting in ecosystem degradation, pollution, and diseases. Pesticides impact the behavior of aquatic environments by contaminating organic matter in water, which serves as the primary food source for aquatic food webs. Pesticide residues can increase ammonium, nitrite, nitrate, and sulfate in aquatic systems; thus, threatening ecological environment and human health. Several physical, chemical, and biological methodologies have been implemented to effectively remove pesticide traces from aquatic environments. The present review highlights the potential consequences of pesticide exposure on fish and humans, focusing on the (epi)genetic alterations affecting growth, behavior, and immune system. Mitigation strategies (e.g., bioremediation) to prevent/minimize the detrimental impacts of pesticides are also discussed. This review aims to shed light on the awareness in reducing the risk of water pollution for safe and sustainable pesticide management.
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- Synan F AbuQamar
- Department of Biology, College of Science, United Arab Emirates University, Al Ain, 15551, United Arab Emirates.
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- Department of Agricultural Microbiology, Faculty of Agriculture, Zagazig University, Zagazig, 44511, Egypt
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- Biochemistry Division, Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Tanta University, Tanta, 31527, Egypt
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- Biochemistry Division, Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Tanta University, Tanta, 31527, Egypt
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- Production Engineering and Mechanical Design Department, Faculty of Engineering, Menoufia University, Shebin El Kom, Menofia, 32511, Egypt; Faculty of Control System and Robotics, ITMO University, Saint-Petersburg, 197101, Russia
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- Department of Biology, College of Science, United Arab Emirates University, Al Ain, 15551, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of Biology, College of Science, United Arab Emirates University, Al Ain, 15551, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, United Arab Emirates University, Al Ain, 15551, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of Poultry Diseases, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Cairo University, Giza, 12211, Egypt
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- Department of Soil and Water, Faculty of Agriculture, Fayoum University, Fayoum, 63514, Egypt
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- Department Agricultural Microbiology, Faculty of Agriculture, Benha University, Moshtohor, 13736, Egypt
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- Plant Production Department (Horticulture-Pomology), Faculty of Agriculture, Saba Basha, Alexandria University, Alexandria, 21531, Egypt
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- Biology Department, College of Science, King Khalid University, Abha, 61413, Saudi Arabia
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- Soil Science Department, Faculty of Agriculture, Zagazig University, Zagazig, 44511, Egypt
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Agriculture, Zagazig University, Zagazig, 44511, Egypt
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- Biology Department, College of Science, King Khalid University, Abha, 61413, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Biology, College of Science, United Arab Emirates University, Al Ain, 15551, United Arab Emirates
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Mesmar F, Muhsen M, Farooq I, Maxey G, Tourigny JP, Tennessen J, Bondesson M. Exposure to the pesticide tefluthrin causes developmental neurotoxicity in zebrafish. BIORXIV : THE PREPRINT SERVER FOR BIOLOGY 2024:2024.05.28.596249. [PMID: 38854095 PMCID: PMC11160659 DOI: 10.1101/2024.05.28.596249] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/11/2024]
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BACKGROUND The insecticide tefluthrin is widely used in agriculture, resulting in widespread pollution. Tefluthrin is a type I pyrethroid characterized by its high persistence in the environment. Understanding the mechanisms of toxicity of tefluthrin will improve its risk assessment. OBJECTIVES We aimed to decipher the molecular modes of action of tefluthrin. METHODS Phenotypic developmental toxicity was assessed by exposing zebrafish embryos and larvae to increasing concentrations of tefluthrin. Tg(mnx:mGFP) line was used to assess neurotoxicity. Multi-omics approaches including transcriptomics and lipidomics were applied to analyze RNA and lipid contents, respectively. Finally, an in-silico ligand-protein docking computational method was used to study a possible interaction between tefluthrin and a protein target. RESULTS Tefluthrin exposure caused severe morphological malformations in zebrafish larvae, including motor neuron abnormalities. The differentially expressed genes were associated with neurotoxicity and metabolic disruption. Lipidomics analysis revealed a disruption in fatty acid, phospholipid, and lysophospholipid recycling. Protein docking modeling suggested that the LPCAT3 enzyme, which recycles lysophospholipids in the Land's cycle, directly interacts with tefluthrin. CONCLUSIONS Tefluthrin exposure causes morphological and neuronal malformations in zebrafish larvae at nanomolar concentrations. Multi-omics results revealed a potential molecular initiating event i.e., inhibition of LPCAT3, and key events i.e., an altered lysophospholipid to phospholipid ratio, leading to the adverse outcomes of neurotoxicity and metabolic disruption.
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Chen Z, Wang X, Zhang S, Han F. Neuroplasticity of children in autism spectrum disorder. Front Psychiatry 2024; 15:1362288. [PMID: 38726381 PMCID: PMC11079289 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyt.2024.1362288] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/28/2023] [Accepted: 04/12/2024] [Indexed: 05/12/2024] Open
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Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that encompasses a range of symptoms including difficulties in verbal communication, social interaction, limited interests, and repetitive behaviors. Neuroplasticity refers to the structural and functional changes that occur in the nervous system to adapt and respond to changes in the external environment. In simpler terms, it is the brain's ability to learn and adapt to new environments. However, individuals with ASD exhibit abnormal neuroplasticity, which impacts information processing, sensory processing, and social cognition, leading to the manifestation of corresponding symptoms. This paper aims to review the current research progress on ASD neuroplasticity, focusing on genetics, environment, neural pathways, neuroinflammation, and immunity. The findings will provide a theoretical foundation and insights for intervention and treatment in pediatric fields related to ASD.
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- Zilin Chen
- Department of Pediatrics, Guang’anmen Hospital, China Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China
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- Experiment Center of Medical Innovation, The First Hospital of Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, Hunan, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Guang’anmen Hospital, China Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Guang’anmen Hospital, China Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China
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Xie PP, Zong ZQ, Qiao JC, Li ZY, Hu CY. Exposure to pesticides and risk of colorectal cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis. ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION (BARKING, ESSEX : 1987) 2024; 345:123530. [PMID: 38341063 DOI: 10.1016/j.envpol.2024.123530] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/25/2023] [Revised: 02/03/2024] [Accepted: 02/07/2024] [Indexed: 02/12/2024]
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Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a widespread malignancy worldwide, and its relationship with pesticide exposure remains inconclusive. This study aims to elucidate the relationship between pesticide exposure and the risk of colon, rectal, or CRC, focusing on specific pesticide groups. We conducted an extensive literature search for peer-reviewed studies published up to March 31, 2023. Summary risk ratios (RR) and their corresponding 95% confidence intervals (CI) were calculated using stratified random-effects meta-analyses, taking into account different types of exposure and outcomes, and various exposed populations and pesticide subgroups. This approach aimed to address the substantial heterogeneity observed across the literature. We also assessed heterogeneity and potential small-study effects to ensure the robustness of our findings. From the 50 studies included in this review, 33 contributed to the meta-analysis. Our results indicate a significant association between herbicide exposure and colon cancer in both lifetime-days (LDs) (RR = 1.20; 95% CI = 1.01-1.42) and intensity-weighted lifetime-days (IWLDs) (RR = 1.29, 95% CI = 1.12-1.49) exposure. Similarly, insecticide exposure was associated with an increased risk of colon cancer in IWLDs (RR = 1.32; 95% CI = 1.02-1.70) exposure, and rectal cancer in any versus never exposure (RR = 1.21; 95% CI = 1.07-1.36), IDs (RR = 1.86; 95% CI = 1.30-2.67) and IWLDs (RR = 1.70; 95% CI = 1.03-2.83) exposure. While these findings suggest significant associations of herbicide and insecticide exposure with colon and rectal cancer, respectively, further research is needed to explore the impact of other pesticide groups and deepen our understanding of pesticide exposure. These results have important implications for policymakers and regulators, underscoring the need for stricter supervision and regulation of pesticide use to mitigate CRC risk.
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- Pin-Peng Xie
- Department of Clinical Medicine, The Second School of Clinical Medicine, Anhui Medical University, 81 Meishan Road, Hefei, 230032, China
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- Department of Clinical Medicine, The Second School of Clinical Medicine, Anhui Medical University, 81 Meishan Road, Hefei, 230032, China
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- Department of Clinical Medicine, The Second School of Clinical Medicine, Anhui Medical University, 81 Meishan Road, Hefei, 230032, China
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- Department of Clinical Medicine, The Second School of Clinical Medicine, Anhui Medical University, 81 Meishan Road, Hefei, 230032, China
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, Anhui Medical University, 81 Meishan Road, Hefei, 230032, China; Department of Humanistic Medicine, School of Humanistic Medicine, Anhui Medical University, 81 Meishan Road, Hefei, 230032, China.
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Chaudhary V, Kumar M, Chauhan C, Sirohi U, Srivastav AL, Rani L. Strategies for mitigation of pesticides from the environment through alternative approaches: A review of recent developments and future prospects. JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 2024; 354:120326. [PMID: 38387349 DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2024.120326] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2023] [Revised: 01/14/2024] [Accepted: 02/08/2024] [Indexed: 02/24/2024]
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Chemical-based peticides are having negative impacts on both the healths of human beings and plants as well. The World Health Organisation (WHO), reported that each year, >25 million individuals in poor nations are having acute pesticide poisoning cases along with 20,000 fatal injuries at global level. Normally, only ∼0.1% of the pesticide reaches to the intended targets, and rest amount is expected to come into the food chain/environment for a longer period of time. Therefore, it is crucial to reduce the amounts of pesticides present in the soil. Physical or chemical treatments are either expensive or incapable to do so. Hence, pesticide detoxification can be achieved through bioremediation/biotechnologies, including nano-based methodologies, integrated approaches etc. These are relatively affordable, efficient and environmentally sound methods. Therefore, alternate strategies like as advanced biotechnological tools like as CRISPR Cas system, RNAi and genetic engineering for development of insects and pest resistant plants which are directly involved in the development of disease- and pest-resistant plants and indirectly reduce the use of pesticides. Omics tools and multi omics approaches like metagenomics, genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, and metabolomics for the efficient functional gene mining and their validation for bioremediation of pesticides also discussed from the literatures. Overall, the review focuses on the most recent advancements in bioremediation methods to lessen the effects of pesticides along with the role of microorganisms in pesticides elimination. Further, pesticide detection is also a big challenge which can be done by using HPLC, GC, SERS, and LSPR ELISA etc. which have also been described in this review.
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- Veena Chaudhary
- Department of Chemistry, Meerut College, Meerut, Uttar-Pradesh, India
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- Department of Floriculture and Landscaping Architecture, College of Horticulture, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture and Technology, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Floriculture and Landscaping Architecture, College of Horticulture, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture and Technology, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- National Institute of Plant Genome Research, New Delhi, India
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- Chitkara University School of Engineering and Technology, Chitkara University, Himachal Pradesh, India.
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- Chitkara School of Pharmacy, Chitkara University, Himachal Pradesh, India
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Parker W, Anderson LG, Jones JP, Anderson R, Williamson L, Bono-Lunn D, Konsoula Z. The Dangers of Acetaminophen for Neurodevelopment Outweigh Scant Evidence for Long-Term Benefits. CHILDREN (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 11:44. [PMID: 38255358 PMCID: PMC10814214 DOI: 10.3390/children11010044] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2023] [Revised: 12/20/2023] [Accepted: 12/27/2023] [Indexed: 01/24/2024]
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Based on available data that include approximately 20 lines of evidence from studies in laboratory animal models, observations in humans, correlations in time, and pharmacological/toxicological considerations, it has been concluded without reasonable doubt and with no evidence to the contrary that exposure of susceptible babies and children to acetaminophen (paracetamol) induces many, if not most, cases of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). However, the relative number of cases of ASD that might be induced by acetaminophen has not yet been estimated. Here, we examine a variety of evidence, including the acetaminophen-induced reduction of social awareness in adults, the prevalence of ASD through time, and crude estimates of the relative number of ASD cases induced by acetaminophen during various periods of neurodevelopment. We conclude that the very early postpartum period poses the greatest risk for acetaminophen-induced ASD, and that nearly ubiquitous use of acetaminophen during early development could conceivably be responsible for the induction in the vast majority, perhaps 90% or more, of all cases of ASD. Despite over a decade of accumulating evidence that acetaminophen is harmful for neurodevelopment, numerous studies demonstrate that acetaminophen is frequently administered to children in excess of currently approved amounts and under conditions in which it provides no benefit. Further, studies have failed to demonstrate long-term benefits of acetaminophen for the pediatric population, leaving no valid rationale for continued use of the drug in that population given its risks to neurodevelopment.
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- William Parker
- Department of Psychology and Neuroscience, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC 27599, USA
- WPLab, Inc., Durham, NC 27707, USA
- Department of Surgery, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC 27710, USA
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- Department of Biological Sciences, Northern Kentucky University, Highland Heights, KY 41099, USA;
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- Department of Public Policy, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC 27599, USA;
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Ibarluzea J, Subiza-Pérez M, Arregi A, Molinuevo A, Arranz-Freijo E, Sánchez-de Miguel M, Jiménez A, Andiarena A, Santa-Marina L, Lertxundi A. Association of maternal prenatal urinary fluoride levels with ADHD symptoms in childhood. ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH 2023; 235:116705. [PMID: 37479215 DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2023.116705] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/03/2023] [Revised: 06/17/2023] [Accepted: 07/18/2023] [Indexed: 07/23/2023]
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BACKGROUND Health concerns about the potential impact of exposure to fluoride via drinking water (DW) on neuropsychological development include behavioral outcomes such as ADHD. OBJECTIVE We aimed to examine the association between prenatal maternal urinary fluoride and symptoms associated with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) at the age of 8 and 11 years. METHOD Data from 255 to 236 mother-child pairs from the "Infancia y Medio Ambiente" (INMA) birth cohort (Gipuzkoa; Spain) with maternal urinary F adjusted for creatinine (MUFcr) during pregnancy (first and third trimester) and child assessments of ADHD-like symptoms reported by Conners' Rating Scales-Revised at age of 8 and 11 years was available. Clinical approach was also used: cut off criteria (T > 66). Multiple linear regression models were fitted when outcomes were analyzed as continuous, and logistic regression models when the outcomes were analyzed with a categorical clinical approach. Covariates related to maternal characteristics, birth outcomes, childhood, quality of family context and biomarkers of neuro-toxicants were used. RESULTS No association was found between MUFcr levels during pregnancy and cognitive problems-inattention, hyperactivity or ADHD index score of symptoms at 8 or 11 years. When results were analyzed from the perspective of a clinical approach, at the age of 11 years, there were significant inverse association between MUFcr and being categorized as a cognitive problems-inattention case. ORs were also indicative of a lower risk, although not significant, for ADHD index at age 11. Sensitivity analyses, taking into consideration quality of family context or the levels of other toxicants during pregnancy showed similar results. CONCLUSIONS Higher levels of MUFcr in pregnant women were associated with a lower risk of cognitive problems-inattention at 11 years. These findings are inconsistent with those from previous studies and indicate the need for other population-based studies to confirm or overturn these results.
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- Jesús Ibarluzea
- Ministry of Health of the Basque Government, Sub-Directorate for Public Health and Addictions of Gipuzkoa, 20013, San Sebastián, Spain; Faculty of Psychology of the University of the Basque Country (UPV-EHU), 20018, San Sebastian, Spain; Spanish Consortium for Research on Epidemiology and Public Health (CIBERESP), 28029, Madrid, Spain; Biodonostia Health Research Institute, Environmental Epidemiology and Child Development Group, 20014, San Sebastian, Spain
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- Faculty of Psychology of the University of the Basque Country (UPV-EHU), 20018, San Sebastian, Spain; Spanish Consortium for Research on Epidemiology and Public Health (CIBERESP), 28029, Madrid, Spain; Biodonostia Health Research Institute, Environmental Epidemiology and Child Development Group, 20014, San Sebastian, Spain; Bradford Institute for Health Research, Temple Bank House, Bradford Royal Infirmary, BD9 6RJ, Bradford, United Kingdom
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- Faculty of Psychology of the University of the Basque Country (UPV-EHU), 20018, San Sebastian, Spain; Biodonostia Health Research Institute, Environmental Epidemiology and Child Development Group, 20014, San Sebastian, Spain.
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- Biodonostia Health Research Institute, Environmental Epidemiology and Child Development Group, 20014, San Sebastian, Spain
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- Faculty of Psychology of the University of the Basque Country (UPV-EHU), 20018, San Sebastian, Spain; Biodonostia Health Research Institute, Environmental Epidemiology and Child Development Group, 20014, San Sebastian, Spain
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- Faculty of Psychology of the University of the Basque Country (UPV-EHU), 20018, San Sebastian, Spain; Biodonostia Health Research Institute, Environmental Epidemiology and Child Development Group, 20014, San Sebastian, Spain
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- Ministry of Health of the Basque Government, Sub-Directorate for Public Health and Addictions of Gipuzkoa, 20013, San Sebastián, Spain; Spanish Consortium for Research on Epidemiology and Public Health (CIBERESP), 28029, Madrid, Spain; Biodonostia Health Research Institute, Environmental Epidemiology and Child Development Group, 20014, San Sebastian, Spain
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- Faculty of Psychology of the University of the Basque Country (UPV-EHU), 20018, San Sebastian, Spain; Biodonostia Health Research Institute, Environmental Epidemiology and Child Development Group, 20014, San Sebastian, Spain
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- Ministry of Health of the Basque Government, Sub-Directorate for Public Health and Addictions of Gipuzkoa, 20013, San Sebastián, Spain; Spanish Consortium for Research on Epidemiology and Public Health (CIBERESP), 28029, Madrid, Spain; Biodonostia Health Research Institute, Environmental Epidemiology and Child Development Group, 20014, San Sebastian, Spain
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- Spanish Consortium for Research on Epidemiology and Public Health (CIBERESP), 28029, Madrid, Spain; Biodonostia Health Research Institute, Environmental Epidemiology and Child Development Group, 20014, San Sebastian, Spain; Faculty of Medicine and Nursery of the University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU), 48940, Leioa, Spain
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Tsuchiyama T, Ito Y, Taniguchi M, Katsuhara M, Miyazaki H, Kamijima M. Residue levels of organophosphate pesticides and dialkylphosphates in agricultural products in Japan. ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH 2023; 234:116518. [PMID: 37394165 DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2023.116518] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/01/2023] [Revised: 06/06/2023] [Accepted: 06/27/2023] [Indexed: 07/04/2023]
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High urinary levels of dialkylphosphates (DAPs), which are common structures of organophosphate pesticides (OPs), have been associated with several adverse health outcomes in human biomonitoring studies. Previous studies have indicated that dietary OP exposure and ingestion of environmentally degraded DAP, which is inactive with acetylcholinesterase, can lead to an increase in urinary DAP levels in the general population. However, the specific food sources contributing to the intake of OPs and DAPs have not been identified. In this study, we analyzed the levels of OPs and preformed DAPs in various food items. DAP levels were markedly high in certain fruits, such as persimmon, apple juice, kiwi, and mandarin. In contrast, only moderate levels of OPs were detected in these foods. Furthermore, the levels of OPs and DAPs were positively associated with vegetables, whereas no such association was observed in fruits. Increased consumption of certain fruits presumably leads to a marked increase in urinary DAP levels in individuals despite limited exposure to OPs, resulting in reduced reliability of urinary DAPs as a marker of OP exposure. Therefore, the possible effects of dietary habits and the resulting intake of preformed DAPs should be considered when interpreting biomonitoring data of urinary DAPs. Additionally, DAP levels in most organic foods were much lower than those in conventional foods, suggesting that the reduction in urinary DAPs by organic diet intervention may be mainly attributed to the reduced intake of preformed DAPs rather than reduced exposure to OPs. Therefore, urinary DAP levels may not be suitable indicators for evaluating ingested OP exposure.
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- Tomoyuki Tsuchiyama
- Department of Food, Nagoya City Public Health Research Institute, Nagoya, 463-8585, Japan; Department of Occupational and Environmental Health, Nagoya City University Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Nagoya, 467-8601, Japan.
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- Department of Occupational and Environmental Health, Nagoya City University Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Nagoya, 467-8601, Japan.
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- Department of Food, Nagoya City Public Health Research Institute, Nagoya, 463-8585, Japan; Department of Occupational and Environmental Health, Nagoya City University Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Nagoya, 467-8601, Japan.
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- Department of Food, Nagoya City Public Health Research Institute, Nagoya, 463-8585, Japan.
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- Department of Food, Nagoya City Public Health Research Institute, Nagoya, 463-8585, Japan.
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- Department of Occupational and Environmental Health, Nagoya City University Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Nagoya, 467-8601, Japan.
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Hao F, Bu Y, Huang S, Li W, Feng H, Wang Y. Effects of pyrethroids on the cerebellum and related mechanisms: a narrative review. Crit Rev Toxicol 2023; 53:229-243. [PMID: 37417402 DOI: 10.1080/10408444.2023.2229384] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2023] [Revised: 06/12/2023] [Accepted: 06/15/2023] [Indexed: 07/08/2023]
Abstract
Pyrethroids (PYRs) are a group of synthetic organic chemicals that mimic natural pyrethrins. Due to their low toxicity and persistence in mammals, they are widely used today. PYRs exhibit higher lipophilicity than other insecticides, which allows them to easily penetrate the blood-brain barrier and directly induce toxic effects on the central nervous system. Several studies have shown that the cerebellum appears to be one of the regions with the largest changes in biomarkers. The cerebellum, which is extremely responsive to PYRs, functions as a crucial region for storing motor learning memories. Exposure to low doses of various types of PYRs during rat development resulted in diverse long-term effects on motor activity and coordination functions. Reduced motor activity may result from developmental exposure to PYRs in rats, as indicated by delayed cerebellar morphogenesis and maturation. PYRs also caused adverse histopathological and biochemical changes in the cerebellum of mothers and their offspring. By some studies, PYRs may affect granule cells and Purkinje cells, causing damage to cerebellar structures. Destruction of cerebellar structures and morphological defects in Purkinje cells are known to be directly related to functional impairment of motor coordination. Although numerous data support that PYRs cause damage to cerebellar structures, function and development, the mechanisms are not completely understood and require further in-depth studies. This paper reviews the available evidence on the relationship between the use of PYRs and cerebellar damage and discusses the mechanisms of PYRs.
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Affiliation(s)
- Fei Hao
- Key Laboratory of Environmental Stress and Chronic Disease Control & Prevention, Ministry of Education, China Medical University, Shenyang, P.R. China
- Department of Occupational and Environmental Health, School of Public Health, China Medical University, Shenyang, P.R. China
| | - Ye Bu
- Key Laboratory of Environmental Stress and Chronic Disease Control & Prevention, Ministry of Education, China Medical University, Shenyang, P.R. China
- Department of Occupational and Environmental Health, School of Public Health, China Medical University, Shenyang, P.R. China
| | - Shasha Huang
- Key Laboratory of Environmental Stress and Chronic Disease Control & Prevention, Ministry of Education, China Medical University, Shenyang, P.R. China
- Department of Occupational and Environmental Health, School of Public Health, China Medical University, Shenyang, P.R. China
| | - Wanqi Li
- Key Laboratory of Environmental Stress and Chronic Disease Control & Prevention, Ministry of Education, China Medical University, Shenyang, P.R. China
- Department of Occupational and Environmental Health, School of Public Health, China Medical University, Shenyang, P.R. China
| | - Huiwen Feng
- Key Laboratory of Environmental Stress and Chronic Disease Control & Prevention, Ministry of Education, China Medical University, Shenyang, P.R. China
- Department of Occupational and Environmental Health, School of Public Health, China Medical University, Shenyang, P.R. China
| | - Yuan Wang
- Key Laboratory of Environmental Stress and Chronic Disease Control & Prevention, Ministry of Education, China Medical University, Shenyang, P.R. China
- Department of Occupational and Environmental Health, School of Public Health, China Medical University, Shenyang, P.R. China
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