Prenatal phthalate and bisphenol exposure and gestational diabetes mellitus: a birth cohort study in New York City

Journal of the Endocrine Society 2026 Open access

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Authors: Natasha Ard, Hediyeh Baghsheikhi, Sarvenaz Shahin, Vittorio Albergamo, Whitney Cowell, Linda G. Kahn, Kurunthachalam Kannan, Sara E. Long, Akhgar Ghassabian, Shilpi S. Mehta‐Lee, Leonardo Trasande
DOI: 10.1210/jendso/bvag018
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Abstract

Context: Plasticizers such as bisphenols and phthalates are endocrine-disrupting chemicals and lead to development of metabolic diseases. Objective: To examine associations of prenatal exposure to bisphenols and phthalates with metabolic dysfunction. Design: This study was nested in the New York University (NYU) Children's Health and Environment Study, a prospective birth cohort. Setting: Participants were recruited at three NYU-affiliated hospitals. Patients or other participants: Eligible participants were ≥18 years old,

Fields of Study & Subjects

Effects and risks of endocrine disrupting chemicals Gestational Diabetes Research and Management Birth Development and Health

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of the Endocrine Society
Volume
10
Issue
3
Pages
bvag018–bvag018
Publication date
28 January 2026
Language
EN