Article
Immunology
Caroline Charlier, Julia Dina, Francois Freymuth, Astrid Vabret, Olivier Lortholary, Denise Antona, Marc Lecuit
Summary: Research shows that measles virus can be detected in the saliva and blood of pregnant women, leading to transmission to the fetus during pregnancy, resulting in asymptomatic infection at birth. Despite severe peripartum congenital measles, asymptomatic vertical transmission of the measles virus can occur in early pregnancy.
CLINICAL INFECTIOUS DISEASES
(2021)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Caitlyn E. Bowman, Zoltan Arany, Michael J. Wolfgang
Summary: Pregnancy is a nutritionally sensitive stage, and communication between mother and fetus through metabolites is crucial. Studies on humans and animals provide insights into the metabolic adaptations of the fetus, placenta, and mother during pregnancy. Understanding the dynamic nature of maternal-fetal metabolic communication may lead to the discovery of new biomarkers and therapeutic targets for metabolic disorders in pregnancy.
CELLULAR AND MOLECULAR LIFE SCIENCES
(2021)
Review
Immunology
Ellen Menkhorst, Nandor Gabor Than, Udo Jeschke, Gabriela Barrientos, Laszlo Szereday, Gabriela Dveksler, Sandra M. Blois
Summary: Lectin-glycan interactions, particularly those mediated by the galectin family, play crucial roles in regulating processes necessary for a successful pregnancy. Galectins specifically bind to intracellular and membrane bound carbohydrate ligands, influencing angiogenesis, immune-cell adaptations, and embryogenesis. They contribute to fetal development and placental health, with implications for pathological conditions like preeclampsia.
FRONTIERS IN IMMUNOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Daniela Mennickent, Andres Rodriguez, Ma. Cecilia Opazo, Claudia A. Riedel, Erica Castro, Alma Eriz-Salinas, Javiera Appel-Rubio, Claudio Aguayo, Alicia E. Damiano, Enrique Guzman-Gutierrez, Juan Araya
Summary: This study aims to explore the application of machine learning in obstetrics and gynecology, and finds that machine learning has great potential in predicting and managing pregnancy diseases and complications. The use of machine learning in this field has increased significantly in the past few years.
FRONTIERS IN ENDOCRINOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Radiology, Nuclear Medicine & Medical Imaging
Phyllis Glanc
Summary: This article reviews the effects of fetal and placental metastases in maternal cancer. Fetal and placental metastasis are rare and usually occur concurrently. Thorough examination of the placenta is important in cases of known gestational cancers. Tumor molecular testing is used to confirm maternal to offspring transmission. Prognosis in offspring may be better than in the mother.
ABDOMINAL RADIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Reproductive Biology
Leslie A. Lekatz, Praveen Shukla, Stephen T. O'Rourke, Christopher S. Schauer, Megan L. Van Emon, Kasey R. Maddock-Carlin, Kimberly A. Vonnahme
Summary: This study hypothesized that isocaloric diets low in protein would decrease the sensitivity of caruncular and cotyledonary arteries. The results showed that low protein intake increased the sensitivity of cotyledonary arteries to low doses of potassium chloride, while caruncular arteries of ewes on 80% MP diet were more sensitive to bradykinin compared to ewes on 60% and 100% MP diets.
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Hana Horackova, Rona Karahoda, Lukas Cerveny, Veronika Vachalova, Ronja Ebner, Cilia Abad, Frantisek Staud
Summary: Depression is common during pregnancy and many women are prescribed antidepressants. These drugs may disrupt serotonin homeostasis in the placenta or fetus, potentially leading to adverse effects of antidepressant use during pregnancy.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Charles Megier, Gregoire Dumery, Dominique Luton
Summary: Thyroid hormones and iodine are crucial for regulating various physiological functions, such as metabolic rate, protein synthesis, and fetal development. Imbalances in thyroid and iodine metabolism can have negative effects, especially during pregnancy. The placenta, as the interface between the mother and fetus, plays a vital role in regulating thyroid and iodine metabolism. This review provides an update on the current understanding of thyroid and iodine metabolism in both normal and pathological pregnancies, highlighting their importance for maternal and fetal health.
Article
Physiology
Gabriel Gomes Araujo, Rinaldo Rodrigues dos Passos Junior, Rosaline Rocha Lunardi, Gustavo Tadeu Volpato, Thaigra Sousa Soares, Fernanda Regina Giachini, Victor Vitorino Lima
Summary: This study evaluated the use of etanercept during pregnancy and found that it can cause harm to the fetus and placenta. However, further studies are needed to determine the appropriate dosage and potential risks.
FRONTIERS IN PHYSIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Russell Miller, Cynthia Gyamfi-Bannerman
Summary: Cesarean scar ectopic pregnancy is a serious complication that requires prompt diagnosis and management. Ultrasound and surgical resection are the recommended diagnostic and treatment methods. Patients should receive counseling and be educated about effective contraceptive methods.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Sanjay Basak, Ranjit K. Das, Antara Banerjee, Sujay Paul, Surajit Pathak, Asim K. Duttaroy
Summary: Obesity in pregnancy has various effects on fetal neurodevelopment, such as disturbing the transport of essential long-chain PUFAs for brain development and altering the maternal gut microbiota, which further affects fetal brain development.
Review
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Seokwon Jo, Emilyn U. Alejandro
Summary: The metabolic health trajectory of an individual is influenced by factors such as maternal nutrition and metabolic health status during pregnancy and early life. Pancreatic beta-cells play a crucial role in glucose metabolism and are programmed early in life. Changes to the maternal milieu, including nutrient availability, hormones, exosomes, and immune alterations, can impact beta-cell development and increase susceptibility to type 2 diabetes in adulthood.
JOURNAL OF ENDOCRINOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Lesia O. O. Kurlak, Paula J. J. Scaife, Louise V. V. Briggs, Fiona Broughton Pipkin, David S. S. Gardner, Hiten D. D. Mistry
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the relationship between the concentrations of trace elements and angiogenic markers in women with pre-eclampsia and their fetuses. The results showed that pregnant women with pre-eclampsia had lower levels of selenium, zinc, and manganese, and higher levels of copper. Additionally, maternal plasma zinc concentration was positively correlated with plasma sFlt-1 concentration, suggesting an imbalance in antioxidant status.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Veena Sangkhae, Allison L. Fisher, Tomas Ganz, Elizabeta Nemeth
Summary: During pregnancy, iron requirements increase significantly to support maternal and fetal development. While iron supplementation is common, excessive intake can also lead to adverse outcomes, especially in high-income countries where iron fortification and red meat consumption are prevalent.
ANNUAL REVIEW OF NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Reproductive Biology
Colby A. Redifer, Natalie B. Duncan, Allison M. Meyer
Summary: The study found that maternal age and body condition score affected placental size, while calf size at birth was positively correlated with placental weight. However, it is still unknown which factors control and signal the growth of each other.
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Sara Ruiz, Miguel Martinez-Marin, Pilar Luque, Nadia Nassar, Daniel Oros
JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY RESEARCH
(2017)
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Silvia Vannuccini, Christos Ioannou, Angelo Cavallaro, Grazia Volpe, Sara Ruiz-Martinez, Lawrence Impey
PRENATAL DIAGNOSIS
(2017)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Grazia Volpe, Christos Ioannou, Angelo Cavallaro, Silvia Vannuccini, Sara Ruiz-Martinez, Lawrence Impey
JOURNAL OF MATERNAL-FETAL & NEONATAL MEDICINE
(2019)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
S. Ruiz-Martinez, G. Volpe, S. Vannuccini, A. Cavallaro, L. Impey, C. Ioannou
JOURNAL OF MATERNAL-FETAL & NEONATAL MEDICINE
(2020)
Review
Acoustics
D. Oros, S. Ruiz-Martinez, E. Staines-Urias, A. Conde-Agudelo, J. Villar, E. Fabre, A. T. Papageorghiou
ULTRASOUND IN OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY
(2019)
Meeting Abstract
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Alicia Alvarez, Daniel Oros, Pilar Calvo-Carod, Maria Guarga, Sara Ruiz-Martinez, Diego Lerma
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY
(2019)
Editorial Material
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Beatriz Procas-Ramon, Lourdes Gabasa-Gorgas, Sara Ruiz-Martinez, Ana Perez-Munoz, Mercedes Sobreviela-Laserrada
JOURNAL OF MINIMALLY INVASIVE GYNECOLOGY
(2019)
Review
Acoustics
S. Ruiz-Martinez, A. T. Papageorghiou, E. Staines-Urias, J. Villar, R. Gonzalez De Aguero, D. Oros
ULTRASOUND IN OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY
(2020)
Letter
Acoustics
S. Ruiz-Martinez, D. Oros
ULTRASOUND IN OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY
(2019)
Letter
Acoustics
A. C. Lou-Mercade, O. Gavin, D. Oros, C. Paules, R. Saviron-Cornudella, P. Mateo, J. A. Paramo, S. Ruiz-Martinez
ULTRASOUND IN OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY
(2020)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Anna Suy, Itziar Garcia-Ruiz, Melchor Carbonell, Pablo Garcia-Manau, Carlota Rodo, Nerea Maiz, Elena Sulleiro, Andres Anton, Juliana Esperalba, Nuria Fernandez-Hidalgo, Marie Antoinette Frick, Fatima Camba, Tomas Pumarola, Elena Carreras
Summary: The study aims to investigate the impact of COVID-19 on pregnancy and the evolution of SARS-CoV-2 disease in pregnant women. By collecting various samples, the study will analyze the risk of vertical transmission and the behavior of the virus in other fluids. This research is crucial for understanding the virus behavior during pregnancy and postpartum, as well as determining the rate of neonatal transmission.
BMC PREGNANCY AND CHILDBIRTH
(2021)
Article
Medical Laboratory Technology
M. Fabre, S. Ruiz-Martinez, M. E. Monserrat Cantera, A. Cortizo Garrido, Z. Beunza Fabra, M. Peran, R. Benito, P. Mateo, C. Paules, D. Oros
Summary: The study analyzed the clinical performance of a rapid immunochromatographic assay for SARS-CoV-2 antibodies in pregnant women, finding a high false positive rate and low positive predictive value compared to non-pregnant patients. Therefore, the use of immunochromatographic assays for SARS-CoV-2 antibody detection in pregnant women must be validated by other tests.
ANNALS OF CLINICAL BIOCHEMISTRY
(2021)
Editorial Material
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Natalia Abadia-Cuchi, Sara Ruiz-Martinez, Marta Fabre, Purificacion Mateo, Maria Remacha Sienes, Purificacion Ventura Faci, Jessica Bueno Sancho, Rafael Benito, Cristina Paules
Summary: This case study details a likely transplacental transmission of SARS-CoV-2 resulting in infection of both twins and development of a pre-eclampsia-like syndrome in the mother.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF GYNECOLOGY & OBSTETRICS
(2021)
Article
Pediatrics
Jose Villar, Shabina Ariff, Robert B. Gunier, Ramachandran Thiruvengadam, Stephen Rauch, Alexey Kholin, Paola Roggero, Federico Prefumo, Marynea Silva do Vale, Jorge Arturo Cardona-Perez, Nerea Maiz, Irene Cetin, Valeria Savasi, Philippe Deruelle, Sarah Rae Easter, Joanna Sichitiu, Constanza P. Soto Conti, Ernawati Ernawati, Mohak Mhatre, Jagjit Singh Teji, Becky Liu, Carola Capelli, Manuela Oberto, Laura Salazar, Michael G. Gravett, Paolo Ivo Cavoretto, Vincent Bizor Nachinab, Hadiza Galadanci, Daniel Oros, Adejumoke Idowu Ayede, Loic Sentilhes, Babagana Bako, Monica Savorani, Hellas Cena, Perla K. Garcia-May, Saturday Etuk, Roberto Casale, Sherief Abd-Elsalam, Satoru Ikenoue, Muhammad Baffah Aminu, Carmen Vecciarelli, Eduardo A. Duro, Mustapha Ado Usman, Yetunde John-Akinola, Ricardo Nieto, Enrico Ferrazi, Zulfiqar A. Bhutta, Ana Langer, Stephen H. Kennedy, Aris T. Papageorghiou
Summary: This study evaluated the risks associated with COVID-19 in pregnancy on maternal and neonatal outcomes compared with pregnant individuals without COVID-19, finding that pregnant individuals with COVID-19 were at higher risk for various complications such as preeclampsia, severe infections, and preterm birth. The findings emphasize the importance for pregnant individuals and clinicians to strictly implement recommended COVID-19 preventive measures.