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[Epigenetic influence on embryonic development].
Ugeskrift for laeger - 12 Sept 2016
Donkin Ida, Barrès Romain, Pinborg Anja
Abstract excerpt
The epigenome is sensitive to environmental changes and can sustainably alter gene expression, notably during embryonic development. New research indicates that epigenetic factors are heritable, which is why paternal lifestyle may affect fetal development and risk of disease. Children conceived by assisted reproduction technology (ART) have an increased risk of peri- and postnatal complications, and as specific...
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