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Body mass index associated to rs2021966 ENPP1 polymorphism increases the risk for gestational diabetes mellitus.
Gynecological endocrinology : the official journal of the International Society of Gynecological Endocrinology - 1 Jan 2015
Tarquini Federica, Picchiassi Elena, Centra Michela, Pennacchi Luana, Bini Vittorio, Cappuccini Benito, Torlone Elisabetta, Coata Giuliana, Di Renzo Giancarlo, Brancorsini Stefano
Abstract excerpt
Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a condition of impaired glucose tolerance occurring in 1-14% of all pregnancies. This wide range reflects pathological involvement of single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) and maternal weight as risk factors. This study evaluated the association of genetic component and maternal factors to identify women with higher risk of developing GDM. About 240 pregnant women...
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