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Abstract
Maternal obesity and gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) are associated with insulin resistance and health risks for mother and offspring. Obesity is also characterized by low‐grade inflammation, which in turn, impacts insulin sensitivity. The placenta secretes inflammatory cytokines and hormones that influence maternal glucose and insulin handling. However, little is known about the effect...