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gestational

American  
[je-stay-shuhn-uhl] / dʒɛˈsteɪ ʃən əl /

adjective

  1. of, relating to, or occurring during a period of gestating.


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Doctors are encouraged to consider family history of atherosclerosis, underlying conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, and life events like early menopause or pregnancy complications, including preeclampsia or gestational diabetes, when evaluating risk and planning treatment.

From Science Daily Mar. 29, 2026

The pads hanging on the wall or already strapped onto customers are marked up with gestational ages: 2 months, 6 months, or twins.

From Slate Jul. 21, 2025

Ms Morgan, who developed gestational diabetes when she was pregnant, had a cervical sweep to help bring on her choice of a natural labour.

From BBC May 7, 2025

There are no gestational age restrictions, although most abortions are performed during the first trimester and those after 23 weeks require specialized care.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 2, 2025

It is anonymized but remarkable in its granularity, including details such as gestational age, complications and procedures.

From Salon Feb. 21, 2025

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