Short-Chain Fatty Acids and Preeclampsia: A Scoping Review.

Heather J ZhaoYingan ChenTiange LiuKristen McArthurNoel T Mueller

Published in: Nutrition reviews (2024)

Current epidemiologic evidence, which derives only from case-control studies, suggests that SCFAs, particularly butyrate (protective), in pregnancy are related to the development of PE. Large-cohort studies are warranted to investigate the temporality and potential causality of these associations.

Keyphrases

case control
fatty acid
pregnancy outcomes
early onset
preterm birth
emergency department
pregnant women
risk assessment