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Placental mitochondrial DNA mutations and copy numbers in intrauterine growth restricted (IUGR) pregnancy.
Mitochondrion - 1 Nov 2020
Naha Ritam, Anees Akheel, Chakrabarty Sanjiban, Naik Punitkumar Shankar, Pandove Megha, Pandey Deeksha, Satyamoorthy Kapaettu
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Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR) is a common and significant complication that arises during pregnancy wherein the fetus fails to attain its full growth potential. Mitochondria being one of the primary sources of energy, plays an important role in placentation and fetal development. In IUGR pregnancy, increased oxidative stress due to inadequate oxygen and nutrient supply could possibly alter mitochondrial...
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