Tag: Pregnancy
Gestational Diabetes May Increase Risk of Autism
High blood glucose might interfere with normal brain development, researcher says
Maternal C-Type Natriuretic Peptide Tied to Pre-Eclampsia
In late pregnancy, NTproCNP associated with diastolic and mean arterial pressure
Candy Twists Alternative to Glucola Drink for GDM Screening
Same sensitivity for glucola, candy twists; improved false-referral rate, PPV, detection rate for candy
Websites Offer Poor Information About C-Section
Findings based on assessment of Brazilian sites, which often fail to mention risks
Hx of Depression Tied to Higher Risk of Gestational Diabetes
Likelihood of history of depression elevated in women with GDM, after controlling for confounders
Review: Vegan-Vegetarian Diets Seem Safe in Pregnancy
Limited evidence suggests diets are safe, although women may be at risk of vitamin B12, iron deficiency
Exogenous Progesterone Increases Nuchal Translucency
Increase also seen in women at low risk for fetal aneuploidies
USPSTF: Evidence Lacking for Routine Iron Supplementation
Task force also concludes there's too little information to recommend screening for deficiencies
Glyburide in Gestational DM Linked to Complications
Associated with more infant intensive care and respiratory distress
NKF: Many Nephrologists Report Pregnant Patients on Dialysis
Survey of nephrologists shows kidney failure becoming more common for expectant moms
