A systematic review and meta-analysis of the impact of triclosan exposure on human semen quality.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Triclosan is an antibacterial and antifungal compound that is frequently found in personal care and consumer products, and its its impact on male reproductive health is a growing concern. Despite existing experimental studies demonstrating its potential threats to male fertility, reports on its effects on human semen quality remains limited and inconsistent. Therefore, this study presents a systematic review and meta-analysis assessing the relationship between triclosan exposure and semen quality.

Methods

This study was registered with PROSPERO (CRD42024524192) and adhered to PRISMA guidelines.

Results

The study analyzed 562 screened studies, out of which five articles including 1,312 male subjects were finally included in the study. The eligible studies

SUBMITTER: Adegbola CA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11525012 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature