Pregnancy-associated oxidative stress and inflammation are not associated with impaired maternal neuronal activity or memory function
J. L. Bradshaw, E. N. Wilson, J. J. Gardner, S. Mabry, S. M. Tucker, N. Rybalchenko, E. Vera, S. Goulopoulou, R. L. Cunningham
This study examines the effects of pregnancy-related oxidative stress and inflammation on maternal hippocampal function and cognitive performance in rats, finding elevated oxidative stress markers in pregnant rats but no impact on memory or anxiety-like behavior.
bioRxiv · Jan 26, 2024 · PreprintAnimal Behavior & Cognition