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Prenatal Exposure to Severe Stress and Risks of Ischemic Heart Disease and Stroke in Offspring
27 Dec 2023
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Importance: Prenatal stress is associated with increased risks of several cardiovascular risk factors later in life. However, knowledge regarding the role of prenatal stress in the development of ischemic heart disease (IHD) and stroke is very limited. Objective: To examine prenatal stress, defined as maternal bereavement, and risks of IHD and stroke in the offspring. Design, Setting, and Participants: A cohort...
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