Is using nanosilver mattresses/pillows safe? A review of potential health implications of silver nanoparticles on human health.

摘要: Human exposure to engineered nanoparticles has become inevitable in today's extensive commercial use and large-scale production of nanoparticles. Even though several studies have characterised the nanomaterials during wakeful state (related occupational exposures from commercially available particles), very few on human sleep exist. As study all possible is extensive, this focuses specifically silver which are present beddings mattresses. The reasoning behind bedding related materials, routes entry various population groups positions, characterisation toxicity potential such reviewed study. vivo tests with relation mammals vitro cells been tabulated understand risks associated oral, dermal inhalation humans regard absorption oral intake summarised. Although increasing, only a address toxic effect inhaled particles. Determination topic that less researched, review aims provide background information for future research help establish comprehensive risk assessment times increasing usage our daily activities. Despite current limitations understanding, assessments must utilise data apply extrapolation procedures face uncertainty, order needs regulatory programs. This would enable safe antimicrobial properties without negatively impacting health. Until then, it be better adopt conservative approach used items.