Supplementation of Omega 3 during Pregnancy and the Risk of Preterm Birth: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Supplementation of Omega 3 during Pregnancy and the Risk of Preterm Birth: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Preterm birth (PTB) is a major cause of neonatal death and long-term consequences for the newborn. This review aims to update the evidence about the potential benefit of pharmacological supplementation with omega 3 fatty acids during pregnancy on the incidence of PTB. The Medline, Embase, Cochrane L...

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Main Authors: Ramón Serra, Reyna Peñailillo, Lara J. Monteiro, Max Monckeberg, Macarena Peña, Lía Moyano, Camila Brunner, Georgina Vega, Mahesh Choolani, Sebastián E. Illanes
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-05-01
Series:Nutrients
Subjects:
omega 3 supplementation
preterm birth
meta-analysis
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/13/5/1704

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