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September 10, 2025Open Access

Maternal and Infant Outcomes of Antenatal Omega Fatty Acids Supplementation: A Systematic Review

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OAObianime ApakawariCICatherine C. IkewuchiFDFaith C. Diorgu

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Overview

This systematic review evaluates the efficacy of antenatal omega fatty acids on maternal outcomes, suggesting potential benefits in preeclampsia and birth length.

Key Points

  • The review indicates mixed effects of antenatal omega fatty acids on maternal and infant outcomes, including preterm birth reduction.
  • Analysis of 13 eligible studies found some evidence for improvements in pregnancy duration and hospitalization rates.
  • A systematic review using the PRISMA guidelines highlighted the uncertain efficacy of omega fatty acids supplementation in pregnancy.
  • Cautious recommendations for omega fatty acids supplementation in antenatal care are advised based on current mixed evidence.

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Apakawari et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c23abeb210217d64781ff2https://doi.org/10.54117/vpe7wx09
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