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ReviewToxics2025

A Scoping Review on Male-Mediated Developmental Toxicity.

Lidia Caporossi, Paola Castellano, Enrico Paci, Daniela Pigini

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Review in Toxics, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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4 authors.

Lidia CaporossiDepartment of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Epidemiology and Hygiene, INAIL, National Institute for Insurance against Accidents at Work, 00078 Monte Porzio Catone, Italy.ORCID 0000-0002-5346-4584
Paola CastellanoDepartment of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Epidemiology and Hygiene, INAIL, National Institute for Insurance against Accidents at Work, 00078 Monte Porzio Catone, Italy.
Enrico PaciDepartment of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Epidemiology and Hygiene, INAIL, National Institute for Insurance against Accidents at Work, 00078 Monte Porzio Catone, Italy.
Daniela PiginiDepartment of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Epidemiology and Hygiene, INAIL, National Institute for Insurance against Accidents at Work, 00078 Monte Porzio Catone, Italy.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundDevelopmental toxicity is defined as adverse effects induced either during pregnancy or as a result of parental exposure. While considerable attention has been devoted to maternal exposure to such chemicals, the role of paternal exposure has often been regarded as less significant.

objectiveThis study aims to highlight the impact of male-mediated developmental toxicity.

methodsAn online search was conducted using PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar to identify studies focusing on developmental toxicity in offspring associated with paternal exposure during the preconception period.

resultsThe scientific literature-ranging from studies on pharmaceutical use to substances of abuse (notably tobacco, alcohol, opioids, and cannabinoids), as well as occupational and environmental exposure to specific compounds (e.g., phthalates, certain organic solvents, pesticides)-indicates that paternal exposure to developmental toxicants can adversely affect offspring health through various biochemical mechanisms.

conclusionsThere is substantial experimental evidence of male-mediated developmental toxicity for various chemicals, demonstrating a particular vulnerability of the male germ line to transmissible effects. Several mechanisms have been proposed to explain the biochemical pathways underlying this toxicity. Evidence in humans is more challenging to interpret; however, numerous findings-both concerning substances of abuse and occupational exposures-raise concerns regarding the potential developmental risks to offspring.

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developmental toxicitymenoccupational exposure

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PMID41012328
PMCPMC12474055

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