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Bidirectional Mendelian Randomization Analysis Reveals Protective Effects of Bioavailable Testosterone Against Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy.
American journal of hypertension - 1 Apr 2026
Zhang Hua, Chen Qing, Ding Pan, Chang Yinan, Cheng Dong, Li Mu
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BACKGROUND: Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP) substantially increase maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality. Although reduced circulating bioavailable testosterone (BT) has been observed in women with HDP, the causal relationship and underlying mechanisms remain unresolved. Based on previous clinical and experimental evidence, we hypothesized a potential causal relationship between BT levels and HDP,...
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