Novel use of proton magnetic resonance spectroscopy (1HMRS) to non-invasively assess placental metabolism.

Placental insufficiency is a major cause of antepartum stillbirth and fetal growth restriction (FGR). In affected pregnancies, delivery is expedited when the risks of ongoing pregnancy outweigh those of prematurity. Current tests are unable to assess placental function and determine optimal timing f...

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Main Authors: Fiona C Denison, Scott I Semple, Sarah J Stock, Jane Walker, Ian Marshall, Jane E Norman
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2012-01-01
Series:PLoS ONE
Online Access:http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC3416751?pdf=render