In women with pre-eclampsia, pregnancy increases the risk of cardiovascular disease in the child, scientists believe, according to an online edition for girls and women from 14 to 35 years old Pannochka. Net Pre-eclampsia is a common complication during pregnancy, which can lead to problems with the placenta and reduce the amount of oxygen that the fetus receives. Experts believe that this may affect the growth retardation and the occurrence of problems with the cardiovascular, metabolic and endocrine systems.

A group of scientists from the University of Cambridge studied changes in the fetus with limited intake of oxygen and with sufficient in pregnant animals. It turned out that an insufficient amount of oxygen leads to changes in the vital systems of the body. These changes may well affect the risk of cardiovascular disease in the future, experts say.

According to scientists, reducing the amount of oxygen that enters the uterus can greatly affect the embryonic development and cause an early occurrence of cardiovascular diseases.

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