Catecholamines Mediate Multiple Fetal Adaptations during Placental Insufficiency That Contribute to Intrauterine Growth Restriction: Lessons from Hyperthermic Sheep

Placental insufficiency (PI) prevents adequate delivery of nutrients to the developing fetus and creates a chronic state of hypoxemia and hypoglycemia. In response, the malnourished fetus develops a series of stress hormone-mediated metabolic adaptations to preserve glucose for vital tissues at the...

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Main Authors: D. T. Yates, A. S. Green, S. W. Limesand
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2011-01-01
Series:Journal of Pregnancy
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2011/740408
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