The relationship between perineal cosmetic talc usage and ovarian talc particle burden

Debra S. Heller, Carolyn Westhoff, Ronald E. Gordon, Norman N.K. Katz

American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology · 1996 · 55 citations · 12 references

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Abstract

The detection of talc in all ovaries demonstrates that it can reach the upper genital tract. Widespread exposure to talc during diapering may contribute to the ubiquitous presence of talc in ovarian tissue.

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