doi: 10.1016/j.jogc.2018.10.006.
No. 378-Placentophagy
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No. 378-Placentophagy
J Obstet Gynaecol Can.
2019 May.
Abstract
Consumption of human placenta has recently been highlighted; however, there is no evidence of benefit from its consumption. In addition, there is potential for harm. Therefore the SOGC does not recommend the practice of placentophagy.
Keywords: Placentophagy; birth; infectious diseases; maternal health; obsterics; placenta.
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