The effect of statins exposure during pregnancy on congenital anomalies and spontaneous abortions: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Conclusion: Overall, treatment with statins during pregnancy was not associated with an increased risk of congenital anomalies. A slight risk elevation for cardiac malformation and spontaneous abortions was seen in cohort studies but not in RCTs.Systematic Review Registration:clinicaltrials.gov, identifier [CRD42020165804 17/2/2020]The meta-analysis was presented online at 42nd annual meeting of SMFM. January 31-5 February 2022.
Source: Frontiers in Pharmacology - Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research