The human placenta is a highly specialized organ that is responsible for housing, protecting,
and nourishing the fetus across gestation. The placenta is essential as it functions among …

Molybdenum is an essential trace element for human health and survival, with molybdenum-
containing enzymes catalysing multiple reactions in the metabolism of purines, aldehydes …

Humans are exposed every day to assorted environmental pollutants namely,
polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB), organochlorine pesticides (OCP), brominated flame …

According to recent research, even low levels of environmental chemicals, particularly heavy
metals, can considerably disrupt placental homeostasis. This review aims to explore the …

Exposure to certain metals has been recognized as a risk factor for numerous complications
in vulnerable population groups, particularly pregnant women. This investigation evaluated …

With the ever-growing concern for human health and wellbeing, the prenatal period of
development requires special attention since fetuses can be exposed to various metals …

Purpose As two of the most severe and common medical disorders during pregnancy,
gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) and hypertensive disorder complicating pregnancy …

Heavy metals can cross the placental barrier and reach the fetal compartment, threatening
fetal development. Pregnant women can acquire these through food, drinking water, toxic …

Adequate gestational progression depends to a great extent on placental development,
which can modify maternal and neonatal outcomes. Any environmental toxicant, including …

Background: Prenatal exposure to metals can affect the developing fetus and negatively
impact neurobehavior. The associations between individual metals and neurodevelopment …