Environmental pollution and pregnancy: Risks and uncertainties for the fetus and infant

Longo, LD

HERO ID

66063

Reference Type

Journal Article

Subtype

Review

Year

1980

Language

English

PMID

6246801

HERO ID 66063
Material Type Review
In Press No
Year 1980
Title Environmental pollution and pregnancy: Risks and uncertainties for the fetus and infant
Authors Longo, LD
Journal American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology
Volume 137
Issue 2
Page Numbers 162-173
Abstract Numerous environmental contaminants can affect the developing embryo, fetus, or infant. This essay explores such questions as these: What is the importance in mutagenesis and teratogenesis of macroenvironmental pollutants such as the heavy metals, dioxin derivatives, polychlorinated diphenyl compounds, and pesticides? What is the significance of microenvironmental pollutants (or social environmental factors) such as tobacco smoke, alcohol, and pharmacologic agents over which exposed individuals have considerable control? What are some of the ethical and legal implications of these toxins of which clinicians should be aware?
Pmid 6246801
Wosid WOS:A1980JT75600002
Is Certified Translation No
Dupe Override No
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Is Public Yes
Language Text English
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