Title: Endocrine Disruptors and Human Health
Volume: 10
Issue: 9
Author(s): G. Latini, G. Knipp, A. Mantovani, M.L. Marcovecchio, F. Chiarelli and O. Soder
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Keywords:
Endocrine-disruptors, environment, endocrine system, phthalates, pregnancy, neonate, fetal
Abstract: Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) are a group of diversely natural compounds or synthetic chemicals that can interfere with the programming of normal endocrine-signalling pathways during pre- and neonatal life, thus leading to adverse consequences later in life. In addition, early life exposure to EDCs may alter gene expression and consequently transmit these effects to future generations.