Jip A Spekman, Joël Israëls, Ilja de Vreede, Mady Los, Miranda J J Geelhoed, Erik W van Zwet, Monique C Haak, Arno A W Roest, Jeanine M M van Klink, Enrico Lopriore, Sophie G Groene
BACKGROUND: Fetal growth restriction (FGR) can negatively affect lung development, leading to increased respiratory morbidity and reduced lung function later in life. Studies regarding the impact of FGR on lung function in singletons are influenced by genetic, obstetric, and maternal factors. To overcome these confounding factors, we aim to investigate lung function in identical twins with selective FGR (sFGR). METHODS: Lung function assessments were performed in identical twins with sFGR born in our centre between March 1, 2002, and December 31, 2017, aged between 5 and 17 years...
June 2024: EClinicalMedicine