An analysis of the teratagenic effects that could possibly be due to alcohol consumption by pregnant mothers.
Indian J Med Sci
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2000 Oct; 54(10): 425-31
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ABSTRACT
It can be concluded that alcohol is definitely harmful to the developing fetus. The effect can manifest in various ways, the most extreme of which is a condition called Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS). The diagnosis of maternal alcoholism leading onto cases of FAS is difficult due to absence of accurate diagnostic tests. The diagnosis of FAS in a child is easier by a proper examination. There is no specific treatment of FAS in a child. The only management is by institution of corrective and rehabilitative measures. The exact mechanism of the teratogenic action of alcohol is not known. It is probably due to the harmful effect of alcohol on the epiblast layer of the bilaminar germ disc. In the absence of adequate knowledge regarding FAS, not much can be done to remedy the deleterious effects of alcohol. Hence, a word of advice to all pregnant women is to avoid drinking during pregnancy.
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Assunto principal:
Efeitos Tardios da Exposição Pré-Natal
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Teratogênicos
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Feminino
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Humanos
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Consumo de Bebidas Alcoólicas
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Gravidez
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Criança
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Diagnóstico Diferencial
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Etanol
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Alcoolismo
Tipo de estudo:
Estudo diagnóstico
País/Região como assunto:
Ásia
Idioma:
Inglês
Revista:
Indian J Med Sci
Ano de publicação:
2000
Tipo de documento:
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