Maternal cardiovascular function at mid-gestation is related to placental angiogenesis

CONCLUSION: A continuous link of moderate strength between angiogenic factors and subclinical maternal cardiac function alterations is present at mid-gestation, independently of preexisting maternal risk factors and pregnancy complications. Impaired placental function appears to be related to a mild systolic and diastolic dysfunction and cardiac remodeling. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.PMID:38354267 | DOI:10.1002/uog.27616

Source: The Ultrasound Review of Obstetrics and Gynecology - February 14, 2024 Category: Radiology Authors: I Papastefanou A Szczepkowska M Tezhaeva M De Pauli M Charakida K H Nicolaides Source Type: research