Amniotic fluid absorption and growth functions in humans: what can we indirectly learn from congenital digestive atresias?

Amniotic fluid absorption and growth functions in humans: what can we indirectly learn from congenital digestive atresias?

Abstract Background Amniotic fluid (AF) was thought of just as a mechanical cushioning to the foetus. Nowadays, its role during pregnancy is getting more attention, suggesting hitherto unknown aspects. The aim of the study is to speculate on AF nutritional functions and its clinical repercussions ba...

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Main Authors: Giovanni Parente, Eduje Thomas, Simone D’Antonio, Francesco Pierangeli, Chiara Cordola, Michele Libri, Tommaso Gargano, Mario Lima
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SpringerOpen 2022-08-01
Series:Annals of Pediatric Surgery
Subjects:
Amniotic fluid
Digestive atresia
Prenatal diagnosis
Oesophageal atresia
Duodenal atresia
Jejuno-ileal atresia
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s43159-022-00195-y

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s43159-022-00195-y

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