Gestational Diabetes Mellitus Decreased Umbilical Cord Blood Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids: A Meta-analysis of Observational Studies

Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM)1 refers to the impairment of glucose tolerance that is initially diagnosed during pregnancy [1]. The risk of developing metabolic diseases is reportedly higher in infants born to mothers with GDM as compared to that in infants born to mothers without GDM [2]. GDM seriously affects the health of mothers and their offspring [3], with emerging evidence indicating that GDM contributes towards neurodevelopmental disorders [4] and cognitive impairment in their offspring [5].
Source: Prostaglandins, Leukotrienes and Essential Fatty Acids - Category: Biomedical Science Authors: Source Type: research