ArticleJournal of global health2024
Detection of microplastics in human tissues and organs: A scoping review.
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69 citing papers in PubMed, 2 syntheses or guidelines pooled it.
- Health impacts of micro- and nanoplastics in humans: systematic review of in vivo evidence.Environmental health : a global access science source · 2026Pooled it
- Sustainable clear aligner practice in esthetic and prosthetic dentistry: a scoping review for practical implementation.Frontiers in oral health · 2026Pooled it
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- Micro- and Nanoplastics in the Human Exposome: Environmental Pathways, Kidney Toxicity, and Implications for Public Health Risk Assessment.International journal of molecular sciences · 2026Review
- Micro- and Nanoplastics as Environmental Stressors: Mechanistic Links Among Gut Dysbiosis, Inflammation, and Systemic Health Effects.Journal of xenobiotics · 2026Review
- Micro- and Nanoplastics in the Environment: Analytical Approaches, Environmental Fate, Life Cycle, and Remediation Strategies-A Scoping Review.Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Review
- Challenges and solutions in the analysis of micro- and nanoplastics down to 500 nm with automated Raman microspectroscopy: suitable filters, accuracy in the detection, identification, and quantification.Analytical and bioanalytical chemistry · 2026Article
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- Micro- and Nanoplastics as Emerging Cardiovascular Risk Factors: A Systematic Review.Journal of xenobiotics · 2026Review
- A Bioenergetic Framework for Microplastic Accumulation in Human Tissues: A Cellular Turnover Hypothesis.Toxics · 2026Article
- Emerging role of microplastics and nanoplastics in children's health.Pediatric research · 2026Review
- Environmental Exposure to Micro- and Nanoplastics: Linking Cardiovascular Disease and Cancer Through Shared Biological Pathways-A Critical Review.Antioxidants (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Review
- Intermittent fasting exacerbates microplastic-induced gut inflammation via Rikenella-mediated regulation of purine metabolism and Th17/Treg balance.NPJ biofilms and microbiomes · 2026Article
- Micro- and Nanoplastics as Emerging Drivers of Liver Injury: Exposure, Evidence, and Mechanisms.International journal of molecular sciences · 2026Review
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- Differential distribution of microplastics in breast cancer and peritumoral tissues and relationship with clinical characteristics.Apoptosis : an international journal on programmed cell death · 2026Article
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Abstract
Background: Research on microplastics has largely focused on the environment and marine organisms until recently. A growing body of evidence has detected microplastics in human organs and tissues, with their exact entry routes being unclear and their potential health effects remain unknown. This scoping review aimed to characterise microplastics in human tissues and organs, examine their entry routes and addressing gaps in research analytical techniques. Methods: Eligibility criteria included English language full text articles, in-vivo human studies only, and searching the databases using pre-defined terms. We based our analysis and reporting on the PRISMA guideline and examined the quality of evidence using the risk of bias assessment tool. Results: Of 3616 articles screened, 223 evaluated and 26 were eventually included in this review. Nine were high risk for bias, three were unclear risk and the rest low risk for bias. Microplastics were detected in 8/12 human organ systems including cardiovascular, digestive, endocrine, integumentary, lymphatic, respiratory, reproductive and urinary. Microplastics were also observed in other human biological samples such as breastmilk, meconium, semen, stool, sputum and urine. Microplastics can be characterised based on shape, colours, and polymer type. Potential entry routes into human included atmospheric inhalation and ingestion through food and water. The extraction techniques for analysis of microplastics in human tissues vary significantly, each offering distinct advantages and limitations. Conclusions: Microplastics are commonly detected in human tissues and organs, with distinct characteristics and entry routes, and variable analytical techniques exist.
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