Tag: Pregnancy
ACOG Addresses Thrombocytopenia in Pregnancy
Thrombocytopenia is common; some causes could have potential for maternal, fetal morbidity
In Utero Exposure to Banned PCB Chemicals Tied to Autism Risk
These toxins have lingered in the environment, study authors say
Better Overnight Glucose Levels With Closed-Loop Tx in T1DM
Findings for pregnant patients with type 1 diabetes
Research Offers Insight Into Zika Virus Transmission to Placenta
Permissive Zika virus infection of primary human placental macrophages, fibroblasts demonstrated
Diet in Pregnancy Could Affect Odds of ADHD in Offspring
Higher IGF2 methylation associated with increased ADHD symptoms
Antenatal Steroids Don’t Cut Morbidity in Preterm Twins
No reduction in incidence of respiratory distress syndrome or composite neonatal morbidity
Antipsychotic Use Doesn’t Up Congenital Malformations
No increased risk for congenital malformation or cardiac malformation with typical, atypical APs
Expanded Carrier Screening May Up Detection of Genetic Disorders
Expanded screening modeled more hypothetical fetuses at risk for severe or profound conditions
Similar Outcomes for Group, Traditional Prenatal Care
Group prenatal care linked to similar rates of preterm birth, NICU admission, breastfeeding
Taking Acetaminophen While Pregnant May Raise Risk of ADHD
But only association found, and researchers say women should still take the painkiller if needed
