Reduced docosahexaenoic acid synthesis may contribute to growth restriction in infants born to mothers who smoke.
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Abstract
In newborn infants, progressive decrease in anthropometric values and impairment of the docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) status was associated with maternal smoking during pregnancy, with a parallel increase of the metabolic precursor of DHA, alpha-linolenic acid. Maternal smoking may impair DHA synthesis which may contribute to reduced fetal growth.
Medical subject headings
- Docosahexaenoic Acids
- Fetal Growth Retardation
- Smoking