Ayodele Aderonke, Obeng-Gyasi Emmanuel
Department of Built Environment, North Carolina A&T State University, Greensboro, NC 27411, USA.
Environmental Health and Disease Laboratory, North Carolina A&T State University, Greensboro, NC 27411, USA.
Cancers (Basel). 2024 Feb 28;16(5):983. doi: 10.3390/cancers16050983.
This exploratory narrative review paper delves into the intricate interplay between per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) exposure, sociodemographic factors, and the influence of stressors in the context of endometrial cancer. PFAS, ubiquitous environmental contaminants notorious for their persistence in the ecosystem, have garnered attention for their potential to disrupt endocrine systems and provoke immune responses. We comprehensively examine the various sources of PFAS exposure, encompassing household items, water, air, and soil, thus shedding light on the multifaceted routes through which individuals encounter these compounds. Furthermore, we explore the influence of sociodemographic factors, such as income, education, occupation, ethnicity/race, and geographical location and their relationship to endometrial cancer risk. We also investigated the role of stress on PFAS exposure and endometrial cancer risk. The results revealed a significant impact of sociodemographic factors on both PFAS levels and endometrial cancer risk. Stress emerged as a notable contributing factor influencing PFAS exposure and the development of endometrial cancer, further emphasizing the importance of stress management practices for overall well-being. By synthesizing evidence from diverse fields, this review underscores the need for interdisciplinary research and targeted interventions to comprehensively address the complex relationship between PFAS, sociodemographic factors, stressors, and endometrial cancer.
这篇探索性的叙述性综述论文深入探讨了全氟和多氟烷基物质(PFAS)暴露、社会人口学因素以及应激源在子宫内膜癌背景下的复杂相互作用。PFAS是普遍存在的环境污染物,因其在生态系统中的持久性而臭名昭著,它们因有可能扰乱内分泌系统和引发免疫反应而受到关注。我们全面研究了PFAS暴露的各种来源,包括家居用品、水、空气和土壤,从而揭示了个体接触这些化合物的多方面途径。此外,我们探讨了社会人口学因素的影响,如收入、教育、职业、种族/民族和地理位置及其与子宫内膜癌风险的关系。我们还研究了压力对PFAS暴露和子宫内膜癌风险的作用。结果显示,社会人口学因素对PFAS水平和子宫内膜癌风险均有显著影响。压力是影响PFAS暴露和子宫内膜癌发生的一个显著因素,这进一步强调了压力管理措施对整体健康的重要性。通过综合不同领域的证据,本综述强调了跨学科研究和针对性干预措施的必要性,以全面解决PFAS、社会人口学因素、应激源与子宫内膜癌之间的复杂关系。