32 citations
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September 2011 in “Journal of Neuroendocrinology” In this study, inhibiting the formation of 5α-reduced steroids in pregnant rats shortened gestation time, reduced litter size, and impaired cognitive and neuroendocrine function in their juvenile offspring.
June 2003 in “Obstetrical & Gynecological Survey” In this study, the size of vaginal prolapse was significantly linked to preoperative vaginal length and the length of vaginal excision following the Michigan four-wall sacrospinous suspension.
May 2026 in “The Knowledge Bank (The Ohio State University)” This study observed significantly higher hair cortisol concentrations in foals compared to mares, with a strong positive correlation between the two, suggesting that hair cortisol can reflect maternal and fetal cortisol exposure during the last trimester of gestation in horses.
7 citations
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January 2018 in “Reproduction” This study found that dutasteride treatment in pregnant mares significantly increased progesterone concentrations but did not alter gestational length or neonatal outcomes.
3 citations
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April 2014 in “Anatomy Research International” This study detailed the developmental stages of the buffalo mammary gland during prenatal growth, identifying key morphological features at various gestation lengths.
57 citations
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November 1987 in “Pediatric Dermatology” This article reviews common hair growth abnormalities in children, emphasizing the importance of distinguishing normal development from potential signs of metabolic disorders and indicates no new clinical results.
7 citations
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July 2014 in “Reproductive Biomedicine Online” This study found that, among fertile egg donors, the AR gene CAG polymorphism was associated with differences in antral follicle count but did not impact ovarian response to gonadotrophins.
8 citations
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April 2016 in “Anais Brasileiros De Dermatologia” This study found that males with androgenetic alopecia had a significantly lower 2D:4D digit length ratio in the right hand compared to healthy controls, which may indicate prenatal androgen exposure.
September 2008 in “Fertility and Sterility” This study found that pregnancies with gestational diabetes in a Midwestern U.S. cohort demonstrated elevated androgen levels compared to healthy controls, suggesting a common relationship between impaired glucose tolerance and hyperandrogenemia across diverse ethnic backgrounds.
34 citations
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May 2013 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” In this study, changes in hair cycle phases during pregnancy and the post-partum period showed a rise in telogen rates after delivery, especially among non-breastfeeding women, but no drastic exaggerations were noted.
34 citations
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April 1973 in “The American journal of clinical nutrition” This study found that inadequate maternal pyridoxine during pregnancy led to lower body weight, slow physical development, and impaired neuromotor development in rat pups, with the severity increasing as pyridoxine levels decreased.
1 citations
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January 2023 in “Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology” This study found that pregnant Egyptian women with PCOS and recurrent miscarriages showed elevated DHEA levels and shortened cervical length, which may negatively impact pregnancy outcomes.
883 citations
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August 2016 in “Nature Reviews Disease Primers” This review discusses the current understanding of polycystic ovary syndrome, focusing on its epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, management, and future research directions, but reports no new clinical results.
200 citations
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October 2009 in “European journal of endocrinology” This review discusses the multifaceted actions of metformin in polycystic ovary syndrome and reports no new clinical results; the authors emphasize metformin's potential benefits in both cardiometabolic and reproductive aspects of PCOS.
48 citations
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January 2018 in “Scientific Reports” This pilot study found that hair metabolome analysis may help differentiate pregnancy complications from healthy pregnancies by revealing significant metabolite differences between trimesters.
27 citations
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March 2018 in “Fertility and Sterility” This study found that in Chinese women with PCOS, pretreatment with ethinylestradiol/cyproterone acetate was associated with a lower risk of gestational diabetes, pregnancy-induced hypertension, and premature delivery compared to those without pretreatment.
18 citations
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March 2014 in “Current Pharmaceutical Biotechnology” This review discusses metformin's use in women with polycystic ovary syndrome, focusing on benefits during pre-conception and pregnancy, but reports no new clinical results.
1 citations
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March 2022 in “International Journal of Nutrology” This study found that myo-inositol improved fertility and metabolic parameters in women with polycystic ovary syndrome, including those undergoing in vitro fertilization, and reduced the risk of gestational diabetes.
January 2009 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that managing skin conditions during pregnancy is important and requires specialized care.
8 citations
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August 2020 in “Domestic Animal Endocrinology” This study found that melatonin treatment improved cashmere production for one cycle in cashmere goats, enhancing fiber quality and follicle activity, but had no effects in the subsequent cycle.
29 citations
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February 2018 in “Genetics research international” This review summarizes the influence of gene polymorphisms on genetic predisposition to polycystic ovary syndrome, but reports no new experimental or clinical results.
9 citations
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July 2002 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This article discusses multiple minute digitate hyperkeratosis in a dermatological context and reports no new clinical findings; the authors focus on a descriptive review.
5 citations
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March 2022 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” This study developed a mathematical model and online tool using serum AMH, androstenedione levels, UML, and BMI to screen for undiagnosed PCOS, particularly useful for Asian populations.
24 citations
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March 2015 in “Best Practice & Research in Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology” This review discusses physiological skin changes and specific dermatoses in pregnancy but reports no new clinical results, emphasizing careful diagnosis and management due to potential fetal risks in rare cases.
1 citations
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July 2024 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” In this study, a pregnant woman inadvertently exposed to spironolactone delivered a healthy male infant with normal genitalia, highlighting the need for more research on the safety of spironolactone and new-generation mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists during pregnancy.
1 citations
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February 2023 in “Animals” In this study, the inclusion of a feedstuff high in energy along with soybean meal enhanced body condition, body mass index, and reproductive performance in sheep fed low-protein forage.
March 2024 in “Animal nutrition” This study found that sows consuming beet pulp had higher feed intake and improved litter performance during heat stress, while a high-fiber diet enhanced insulin levels, suggesting dietary fiber's importance for reproductive and metabolic health in sows.
This study found that single-born cashmere goats had higher birth weights, pre-weaning growth rates, and superior cashmere production attributes compared to twin-born goats, despite twin-born goats achieving compensatory growth post-weaning.
83 citations
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August 2018 in “BJOG” This commentary discusses the feasibility and challenges of uterine transplantation for transgender women, emphasizing anatomical, hormonal, and ethical considerations without reporting new clinical results.
April 2023 in “Anatomy Physiology & Biochemistry International Journal” In this study, researchers identified specific SNPs associated with polycystic ovarian syndrome in women from Karnataka, which could improve understanding of genetic mechanisms and aid in future diagnosis and treatment efforts.