The nexus of prematurity, birth defects, and intrauterine growth restriction: A role for Plac1-regulated pathways

The nexus of prematurity, birth defects, and intrauterine growth restriction: A role for Plac1-regulated pathways

Epidemiological studies have demonstrated an increased prevalence of birth defects and intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR) among infants born prematurely suggesting they share common biological determinants. The identification of key regulatory pathways contributing to this nexus is essential to...

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Main Authors: Michael Edward Fant, Juan eFuentes, Xiaoyuan eKong, Suzanne eJackman
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2014-02-01
Series:Frontiers in Pediatrics
Subjects:
Placenta
Birth defects
prematurity
Plac1
IUGR
fetal growth
Online Access:http://journal.frontiersin.org/Journal/10.3389/fped.2014.00008/full

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