We evaluated a wide spectrum of potential risk factors for hypospadias. Cases were identified from the hospital information system, and referents were recruited through the parents of the cases. Both parents of cases and referents completed written questionnaires that they received through the mail.... | PMID: 17103190

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We compare neurotrophin-stimulated neurite outgrowth from sensory neurons on laminin and fibronectin. There is a poor response of sensory neurons to fibronectin in comparison to laminin, but this is enhanced by a preconditioning lesion to the sciatic nerve 7 days prior to culture. By using specific... | PMID: 17433878

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Exposure to ARBs for a period longer than the first trimester of pregnancy appears to be associated with a high risk for adverse fetal outcomes.... | PMID: 17454218

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The congenital malformation gastroschisis has a genetic disposition in the inbred mouse strain HLG/Zte. It is increased after preconceptional irradiation of males or females. Radiation exposures during the meiotic stages are most efficient. This malformation can also be induced by ionising radiation... | PMID: 17019048

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Neurodevelopmental models of schizophrenia that identify longitudinal precursors of illness have been of great heuristic importance focusing most etiologic research over the past two decades. These models have varied considerably with respect to specificity and timing of hypothesized genetic and env... | PMID: 15700048

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We also observed a decrease in the expression of two of the Abeta degrading enzymes, neprilysin and endothelin-converting enzyme, after hypoxia. A decrease in expression of these metalloproteases was also observed in the model of four-vessel occlusion ischemia in rats with their restoration to the c... | PMID: 15681798

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Fetal growth and development can be affected by alcohol consumption prior to the time of conception. Alcohol consumption prior to conception is a potential risk factor to fetal outcome and an important consideration for those females planning to have children.... | PMID: 15282734

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