Linking Pregnancy and Long-Term Health: The Impact of Cardiovascular Risk on Telomere Shortening in Pregnant Women
<i>Background and Objectives</i>: Telomeres are repetitive DNA sequences located at the end of chromosomes that play a crucial role in maintaining chromosomal stability. Shortening of telomeres has been associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. The aim of this study wa...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-05-01
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Series: | Medicina |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/1648-9144/59/6/1012 |