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Selected clinical data
| Normal BMI (18.5–24.9) | High BMI (25.0–44.9) | |
|---|---|---|
| n | 11 | 12 |
| BMI (kg/m2) | 21.7 ± 0.6 | 38.8 ± 2.3a |
| Gestational weight gain (kg) | 11.3 ± 1.1 | 13.1 ± 1.4 |
| Gestational age (wk) | 40.6 ± 0.4 | 40.4 ± 0.5 |
| Birth weight (g) | 3423 ± 67 | 3635 ± 151 |
| Placental weight (g) | 599 ± 45 | 679 ± 28 |
Data are expressed as means ± sem.
P < 0.0001 vs. Normal BMI, Student's t test.
