Increased incidence of spontaneous abortions on exposure to cadmium and lead: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Mandeep KaurPriya SharmaRajinder KaurPreeti Khetarpal

Published in: Gynecological endocrinology : the official journal of the International Society of Gynecological Endocrinology (2021)

Populations exposed to heavy metals such as cadmium and lead are at higher risk of pregnancy loss. Therefore, couples experiencing repeated pregnancy losses may be screened for heavy metal load.

Keyphrases

heavy metals
risk assessment
health risk assessment
health risk
preterm birth
pregnancy outcomes
sewage sludge
risk factors
drinking water
oxide nanoparticles