Conclusion:
Our study found that endothelial function among women with pregnancies complicated with IUGR due to placental insufficiency was significantly impaired compared to women with normal pregnancies. More studies are needed in order to assess the effectiveness of endothelial function test using EndoPAT device early in gestation to predict IUGR and the implication of endothelial dysfunction during pregnancies complicated with IUGR on these women’s future health.
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