Inhibition of fatty acid binding protein 4 attenuates gestational diabetes mellitus

In pregnant women, gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is one of the most common complications [1, 2]. Nearly 7% of pregnant women are suffered from GDM, which leads to more than 200,000 events each year [3]. GDM is charactered by glucose intolerance, which is caused by reduced insulin production [3-5]. Moreover, GDM is associated with the enhanced risk of metabolic diseases, mortality and morbidity for mother and childen [6, 7]. It is potential for GMD to cause premature rupture of membranes, preeclampsia and preterm birth.

Source: Prostaglandins, Leukotrienes and Essential Fatty Acids - September 17, 2020 Category: Biomedical Science Authors: Xiujuan Dong, Long Yang Source Type: research