Impact of arsenic on male and female reproductive function: a review of the pathophysiology and potential therapeutic strategies.

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Tác giả: C A Adegbola, A E Adeogun, O A Afolabi, R E Akhigbe, T M Akhigbe, O D Ogunleye, P A Oyedokun, W A Saka

Ngôn ngữ: eng

Ký hiệu phân loại: 594.38 *Pulmonata

Thông tin xuất bản: Germany : Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's archives of pharmacology , 2025

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Bộ sưu tập: NCBI

ID: 174491

Arsenic is a ubiquitous metalloid and heavy metal that contributes to the global decline in human fertility. Humans are constantly exposed to arsenic through biotic and abiotic sources, especially ingestion of arsenic-contaminated food and water. Its exposure is associated with several adverse health challenges, including reproductive toxicity. In spite of its reported adverse effects, arsenic exposure remains a global challenge. Hence, this study provides a comprehensive review of the literature on the impact and mechanism of arsenic on male and female reproductive function. Additionally, a review of the potential therapeutic strategies is presented. Evidence from the literature reveals that arsenic upregulates reactive oxygen species (ROS) generation which mediates arsenic-induced suppression of the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis and inactivation of 3β-HSD and 17β-HSD activities, leading to reduced gonadal steroidogenesis. Through several oxidative stress-dependent signaling, arsenic induces the apoptosis of the germ cells, thus contributing to the development of infertility. At the moment, there is no specific treatment for arsenic-induced reproductive toxicity. However, increasing data form the scientific literature reveals the benefits of antioxidants in ameliorating arsenic-induced reproductive toxicity. These molecules suppress ROS generation and maintain optimal activities of the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis, leading to optimal steroidogenesis and gametogenesis as well as improved germ cells. Overall, this study revealed the impact and associated mechanism of arsenic-induced reproductive toxicity. It also provides evidence from the literature demonstrating potential therapeutic measures in managing arsenic-induced reproductive toxicity.
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