| Preventing birth defects with folic acid. | |
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PMID: 12360641 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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There a few birth defects known to be preventable, but neural tube defects (NTDs) are one group of congenital anomalies that can potentially be prevented. When 400 micrograms of maternal periconceptional folic acid is taken daily, it can prevent many neural tube-related birth defects and thus reduce morbidity and mortality due to these birth defects. Health care providers should encourage every woman of reproductive age to consume 400 micrograms of synthetic folic acid daily, not just those who are planning a pregnancy. Supplementation needs to be started prior to conception for optimal effectiveness. |
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Authors:
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Quinn Stein; Laura Keppen; William J Watson |
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Type: Journal Article |
Journal Detail:
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Title: South Dakota journal of medicine Volume: 55 ISSN: 0038-3317 ISO Abbreviation: S D J Med Publication Date: 2002 Sep |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2002-10-03 Completed Date: 2002-11-08 Revised Date: 2009-11-11 |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 0040162 Medline TA: S D J Med Country: United States |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 389-91 Citation Subset: IM |
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Descriptor/Qualifier:
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Congenital Abnormalities
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prevention & control* Female Folic Acid / standards, therapeutic use* Humans Neural Tube Defects / prevention & control Pregnancy Pregnancy Complications / prevention & control* United States / epidemiology United States Food and Drug Administration Women's Health |
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Reg. No./Substance:
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59-30-3/Folic Acid |
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