BPA found in fetal liver tissue
A National Institutes of Health-funded study published in the Journal of Biochemical and Molecular Toxicology provides evidence that exposure to the compound bisphenol A (BPA) during human pregnancy is considerable, and that elimination of BPA occurs more slowly in fetuses than in adults.
Reduced subsequent births reported after severe maternal morbidity
November 26th 2024Women experiencing severe maternal morbidity during their first pregnancy face significantly lower odds of subsequent births, emphasizing the need for personalized reproductive counseling and ongoing monitoring.
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Maternal sFLT1 and EDN1 linked to late-onset preeclampsia
November 25th 2024A new study highlights the association of maternal soluble Fms-like tyrosine kinase 1 and endothelin 1 with preeclampsia severity, offering insights into the pathogenesis of early- and late-onset forms of the condition.
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Reproductive genetic carrier screening: A tool for reproductive decision-making
November 22nd 2024A new study highlights the efficacy of couple-based reproductive genetic carrier screening in improving reproductive decisions and outcomes, emphasizing its growing availability and acceptance among diverse populations.
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