Seep survey of knowledge on endocrine disruptors in pediatrics: disenped study

Rodriguez-Dehli Ana Cristina; Gomez Sandra Ortigosa; Prado Carro Ana Maria; Nso-Roca Ana Pilar; Perez Lorea Ruiz; Collado Raquel Corripio; Orejas Emma Lara; Amaya Vela; Bueno Lozano Mª Gloria; Ventura Wichner Paula Sol

doi:10.1530/endoabs.110.EP673

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Endocrine Abstracts (2025) 110 EP673 | DOI: 10.1530/endoabs.110.EP673

ECEESPE2025 ePoster Presentations Environmental Endocrinology (23 abstracts)

Seep survey of knowledge on endocrine disruptors in pediatrics: disenped study

Ana Cristina Rodriguez-Dehli ^1,2 , Sandra Ortigosa Gómez ^2,3 , Ana María Prado Carro ^2,4 , Ana Pilar Nso-Roca ^2,5 , Lorea Ruiz Pérez ^2,6 , Raquel Corripio Collado ^2,7 , Emma Lara Orejas ^2,8 , Amaya Vela ^2,9 , Mª Gloria Bueno Lozano ^2,10 & Paula Sol Ventura Wichner ^2,11,12

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¹Hospital Universitario Central de Asturias, Oviedo, Spain; ²SEEP Endocrine Disruptors Working Group, Madrid, Spain; ³Hospital del Mar, Barcelona, Spain; ⁴Hospital Materno-Infantil Teresa Herrera, A Coruña, Spain; ⁵Hospital Universitario San Juan de Alicante, Alicante, Spain; ⁶Hospital General Universitario Dr. Balmis, Alicante, Spain; ⁷Parc Taulí Hospital Universitario I3PT-CERCA, Sabadell, Spain; ⁸Hospital Infanta Cristina, Parla, Spain; ⁹Hospital Universitario de Cruces, Barakaldo, Spain; ¹⁰Hospital Clínico Universitario Lozano Blesa, Zaragoza, Spain; ¹¹Hospital Universitario Arnau de Vilanova, Lleida, Spain; ¹²Instituto de Investigación Germans i Pujol, Badalona, Spain

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Introduction: Exposure to Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals (EDCs) is becoming increasingly relevant in in paediatrics due to their potential to interfere with the hormonal system and their potential effects on child development, including endocrine and neurological disorders as well as cancer risk. This study evaluates the level of knowledge about EDCs among physicians specialising in paediatrics or those whose professional activity involves paediatric care in Spain, identifying gaps in knowledge and assessing the need for continuing education on this topic.

Objectives: To evaluate the level of knowledge on EDCs among paediatricians and other specialists, identifying areas of strength and deficiency. A comprehensive understanding of this topic is essential for addressing long-term consequences and developing effective preventive strategies.

Material and methods: An observational, descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted using a self-administered survey of physicians in Spain. The survey included questions on knowledge, exposure assessment and preventive measures related to EDCs. It was distributed through medical society newsletters, WhatsApp and social media.

Results: A total of 921 responses were obtained. According to the results, 94.7% of respondents were familiar with the term EDC and 58% consider it relevant to their clinical practice. However, 39.2% did not routinely inquire about exposure and 41.6% did not provide preventive recommendations, mainly due to a lack of training (88%). The clinical conditions that most frequently prompted recommendations to reduce exposure included pubertal disorders, obesity, thyroid dysfunction and hyperandrogenism. The most commonly explored sources of exposure were cosmetics, drugs and food.

Conclusions: Although knowledge of the term EDC is high, its integration into clinical practice remains limited. Training and updated and consensus-based recommendations are necessary to promote the inclusion of exposure-related inquiries and preventive measures in clinical management.