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Epigenetic modulation at birth – altered DNA‐methylation in white blood cells after Caesarean section
3 Jun 2009
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AIM: Delivery by C-section (CS) has been associated with increased risk for allergy, diabetes and leukaemia. Whereas the underlying cause is unknown, epigenetic change of the genome has been suggested as a candidate molecular mechanism for perinatal contributions to later disease risk. We hypothesized that mode of delivery affects epigenetic activity in newborn infants. METHODS: A total of 37 newborn infants were...
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