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Phrases with «placental development»

"Placental development" refers to the growth and formation of the placenta, which is an important organ that forms during pregnancy. The placenta provides nutrients and oxygen to the developing baby in the womb and carries away waste and carbon dioxide. It acts as a connection between the mother and the baby, allowing them to exchange necessary substances for the baby's development. Full definition

Sentences with «placental development»

  • Still, she cautions that in allowing patients to start the drug as late as 20 weeks into pregnancy the protocol may not have been ideal for exploring whether the drug helps prevent preeclampsia; experts in placental development often suggest starting with a blood thinner as early as eight weeks, she says. (scientificamerican.com)
  • Results show that alcohol, methamphetamine, and marijuana were associated with distinct patterns of pathology, suggesting that different mechanisms mediate their effects on placental development. (sciencedaily.com)
  • This is the first study to examine the effects of prenatal exposure to methamphetamine, marijuana, and cigarette smoking on human placental development. (sciencedaily.com)
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