A critical look at adjusted fetal weights in rats.

Published in: Birth defects research (2023)

From this assessment, we recommend that adjusted fetal weight should not be a routine endpoint at this time. However, there are likely cases where this derived endpoint could aid interpretation. We encourage other investigators to examine previous EFDT study data to establish guidance on the use of adjusted mean live fetal weights.

Keyphrases

body mass index
physical activity
electronic health record
big data
weight gain
machine learning
body weight