Kristine Krajnak, Mariana Farcas, Diana Richardson, Mary Anne Hammer, Stacey Waugh, Walter McKinney, Alycia Knepp, Mark Jackson, Dru Burns, Ryan LeBouf, Joanna Matheson, Treye Thomas, Yong Qian
Three-dimensional (3D) printing with polycarbonate (PC) plastic occurs in manufacturing settings, homes, and schools. Emissions generated during printing with PC stock and bisphenol-A (BPA), an endocrine disrupter in PC, may induce adverse health effects. Inhalation of 3D printer emissions, and changes in endocrine function may lead to cardiovascular dysfunction. The goal of this study was to determine whether there were any changes in markers of peripheral or cardiovascular dysfunction in animals exposed to PC-emissions...
April 29, 2024: Journal of Toxicology and Environmental Health. Part A