Omega-3 fatty acid supply in pregnancy for risk reduction of preterm and early preterm birth: A position statement by the European Board and College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology (EBCOG).
Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol
; 295: 124-125, 2024 Apr.
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in En
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| ID: mdl-38354604
ABSTRACT
Pre-term birth is associated with significant neonatal morbidity and mortality. Pre-term births are associated with significant health and neuro-developmental risks in childhood and adulthood. Women with multiple pregnancies are at much higher risks. Low levels of omega-3 long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), such as docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) are associated with higher risk of pre-term labour and increased consumption of foods rich in omega-3 PUFA or supplements are associated with a 11 % and 42 % risk reduction of early and late preterm births, respectively.
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Fatty Acids, Omega-3
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Premature Birth
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Gynecology
Type of study:
Etiology_studies
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Risk_factors_studies
Limits:
Female
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Humans
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Newborn
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Pregnancy
Language:
En
Journal:
Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol
Year:
2024
Document type:
Article