Publications by authors named "C Lacher"
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- This study investigated how maternal copper levels during pregnancy affect the risk of preterm birth (PTB) and the length of gestation.
- In a large group of 10,449 pregnancies from 18 different regions, researchers found that higher maternal copper levels were linked to an increased risk of PTB and shorter pregnancy duration.
- The findings suggest that elevated copper levels may be associated with inflammation and infections, potentially impacting pregnancy outcomes.
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- Selenium (Se) is an essential trace mineral linked to preterm birth (PTB), and this study investigated its impact on PTB risk and gestational duration in nearly 10,000 maternal samples from diverse populations.
- The analysis found a significant associations where higher maternal Se concentrations correlated with reduced PTB risk and longer gestational periods; specifically, an increase of 15 ng/mL in Se was associated with a decrease in PTB odds by about 5% and an increase of 0.66 days in gestation duration.
- However, variability in results among different study sites indicates that factors unique to each population may influence these associations, highlighting the need for further research to clarify the underlying biological mechanisms and potential clinical implications.