Prenatal Exposure to Glyphosate and Its Environmental Degradate Aminomethylphosphonic Acid (AMPA) and Preterm Birth: A Nested Case–Control Study in the PROTECT Cohort (Puerto Rico)

摘要

Glyphosate (GLY) is the most heavily used herbicide in the world. Despite nearly ubiquitous exposure, few studies have examined prenatal GLY exposure and potentially adverse pregnancy outcomes. Preterm birth (PTB) is a risk factor for neonatal mortality and adverse health effects in childhood.