hrp0094p2-34 | Adrenals and HPA Axis | ESPE2021

Maternal primary adrenal cortex insufficiency during pregnancy: Spotlight on the Fetus and the Neonate. A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Ilia Georgia , Paltoglou George , Chatzakis Christos , Christopoulos Panagiotis , Mastorakos George ,

Background/Aim: Maternal primary adrenal insufficiency, has been infrequently described during pregnancy, due to its rarity. Based on the existing literature, maternal hormone deficiency influences pregnancy and has an impact on mother and fetus/neonate, with only a few studies emphasizing on the respective outcomes. The aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to evaluate the impact of maternal corticosteroid deficiency during pregnancy on the fetu...