Causal effects of PM < sub > 2.5 < /sub > exposure on neuropsychiatric disorders and the mediation via gut microbiota: A Mendelian randomization study

CONCLUSIONS: This study suggested that exposure to PM2.5 would increase the risk of neuropsychiatric disorders, partially by influencing the profile of gut microbiota. Comprehensive regulations on air pollutants are needed to help prevent neuropsychiatric disorders.PMID:38564871 | DOI:10.1016/j.ecoenv.2024.116257

Source: Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety - April 2, 2024 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Chanhua Li Hao Chen Ye Gu Wanling Chen Meiliang Liu Qinggui Lei Yujun Li Xiaomei Liang Binyuan Wei Dongping Huang Shun Liu Li Su Xiaoyun Zeng Lijun Wang Source Type: research