Abstract
Microplastics are the result of degradation of plastic waste in nature and contain various toxicological effects. It is estimated that humans inhale around 100,000 fine particles of plastic every day. The aim of this research is to determine whether exposure to microplastics in the air has an impact on human lungs. Data search in this study used four electronic databases, namely Scopus, Web of Science, Science Direct, and PubMed. 15 articles were included for analysis in this systematic review following a screening process of titles, abstract, and full texts that was based on clearly defined inclusion and exclusion criteria. Risk assessment to reduce data bias using the JBI Critical Appraisal Tool. Our findings from this systematic review show that airborne microplastic contamination has a negative effect on human lungs. It is recommended that government policies should be formed regarding the use of plastics so as to reduce airborne contamination. (Afr J Reprod Health 2024; 28 [10s]: 430-448).
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 430-448 |
| Number of pages | 19 |
| Journal | African journal of reproductive health |
| Volume | 28 |
| Issue number | 10 |
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| Publication status | Published - 6 Dec 2024 |
Keywords
- Microplastic
- airborne
- contamination
- human lung