Hypovitaminosis D in Pregnancy: A Review
Journal Title: International Journal of Health Sciences and Research - Year 2017, Vol 7, Issue 4
Abstract
Vitamin D is required to maintain proper levels of calcium and phosphorous, so inadequate Vitamin D in pregnancy may lead to abnormal bone growth, fractures or rickets in newborns. Deficiency of Vitamin D has been linked with higher risk of pregnancy complications such as pre-eclampsia, preterm birth, low birth weight and gestational diabetes. However, some studies have found no association between Vitamin D and pregnancy outcome. The Aim of this study is to review the current information about deficiency of Vitamin D and adverse pregnancy outcomes.
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Amita Khiwani Gadhok
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