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Association of BDNF polymorphism with gestational diabetes mellitus risk: a novel insight into genetic predisposition.
Journal of perinatal medicine - 26 Jul 2024
Chermon Danyel, Birk Ruth
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OBJECTIVES: Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a prevalent metabolic disorder during pregnancy with potential long-term health implications for the mother and child. The interplay between genetics and GDM susceptibility remains an area of active research. Recently, brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) was investigated in relation to obesity and impaired glucose metabolism and pathogenesis. We aimed to...
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