Propensity for kidney disease largely set in the womb: Aus research

Scientists gain new insight on the importance of maternal health for ‘programming’ kidneys
Kidneys

Researchers have shown for the first time there is a huge gap in people’s predisposition for poor or robust kidney health that is established in utero.

Glomeruli numbers established at 36 weeks’ gestation have long-lasting implications for kidney health, Melbourne and Japanese researchers have found, in what they describe as a major breakthrough that underscores the importance of maternal nutrition and lifestyle choices.