Reduced Cortical Excitability, Neuroplasticity, and Salivary Cortisol in 11–13-Year-Old Children Born to Women with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus

Background: Children exposed to gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) in utero are at increased risk of neurodevelopmental difficulties, including autism and impaired motor control. However, the underlying neurophysiology is unknown. Methods: Using transcranial magnetic stimulation, we assessed cortic...

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Main Authors: Jago M. Van Dam, Amy J. Garrett, Luke A. Schneider, Nicolette A. Hodyl, Mitchell R. Goldsworthy, Suzette Coat, Janet A. Rowan, William M. Hague, Julia B. Pitcher
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2018-05-01
Series:EBioMedicine
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2352396418301397