Antioxidants and Pregnancy Complications: Exploring Therapeutic Strategies for Better Outcomes

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dc.contributor.authorEmmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu
dc.date.accessioned2024-07-22T11:59:38Z
dc.date.available2024-07-22T11:59:38Z
dc.date.issued2024
dc.description.abstractPregnancy complications present significant challenges, impacting maternal health and fetal development. Oxidative stress, a key contributor to various pregnancy-related disorders such as preeclampsia, gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), and preterm birth, has spurred interest in exploring antioxidant interventions. Antioxidants, known for their ability to counteract oxidative damage, have emerged as potential therapeutic agents to mitigate these complications. This paper synthesizes current knowledge on the role of antioxidants in pregnancy, elucidating their mechanisms of action, sources, and impact on oxidative stress-related complications. It examines diverse antioxidant compounds, including vitamins C and E, selenium, and natural phytochemicals, highlighting their potential to modulate oxidative stress pathways and promote maternal-fetal wellbeing. Furthermore, this paper critically analyzes clinical studies, meta-analyses, and preclinical research exploring the ef􀏐icacy and safety of antioxidant supplementation during pregnancy. It discusses the complexities surrounding optimal dosages, timing, and formulations of antioxidants, aiming to delineate strategies for their integration into prenatal care. In conclusion, this review provides insights into the promising role of antioxidants as therapeutic strategies to alleviate pregnancy complications associated with oxidative stress. It highlights avenues for future research, advocating for a deeper understanding of antioxidant mechanisms and their optimal utilization in prenatal care to enhance maternal and fetal health outcomes.
dc.description.sponsorshipKampala International University, Uganda
dc.identifier.issn26402890
dc.identifier.urihttp://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12493/14515
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisherClinical Journal of obstetrics and gynecology
dc.titleAntioxidants and Pregnancy Complications: Exploring Therapeutic Strategies for Better Outcomes
dc.typeArticle
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