The association between angiogenic markers and fetal sex: Implications for preeclampsia research

Preeclampsia remains a leading cause of maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality worldwide, with a global incidence of 3 –5% of all pregnancies (Sibai et al., 2005). In spite of decades of research, the exact mechanisms behind the disease remain unclear. Sex-specific differences in fetal development and prognosis of the newborn are well established. Male fetuses are on average larger than female fetuses, and more ma le infants are born relative to female infants, however, the male sex has an increased risk of neonatal mortality (Vatten and Skjaerven, 2004).
Source: Journal of Reproductive Immunology - Category: Allergy & Immunology Authors: Source Type: research