The Claim

Recent MRI studies have revealed new anatomical and physiological mechanisms that explain supine hypotension in late pregnancy, contradicting previously accepted explanations.

Source: Supine hypotensive syndrome of pregnancy

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In plain English

New MRI scans have shown why some pregnant women feel dizzy or faint when lying on their back in late pregnancy — and it’s not what doctors used to think.

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Recent MRI studies have provided new insights into the anatomical and physiological mechanisms underlying supine hypotension in late pregnancy, challenging traditional explanations.

What the research says

1 study
  1. Study: Supine hypotensive syndrome of pregnancy

    New MRI scans of pregnant women have shown why lying on the back can cause low blood pressure, and this changes what doctors thought before. It’s like finding a new map that explains an old mystery.

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