Birth Outcomes of Neonates Exposed to Marijuana in Utero A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Jose Luis Vazquez Martinez
- 12 May 2022
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Key Points
Question Are adverse neonatal outcomes associated with exposure to marijuana among mothers during pregnancy?
Findings In this meta-analysis of 16 studies including 59 138 patients, maternal marijuana exposure during pregnancy was associated with increased risk of preterm deliveries and neonatal intensive care unit admission and decreased mean birth weight, 1-minute Apgar score, and head circumference of babies. There were no differences in mean 5-minute Apgar score or total infant length.
Meaning This study found that women using marijuana during pregnancy may be at increased risk of some adverse neonatal outcomes.
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