Can folic acid prevent omphalocele? A look into prenatal nutrition and risk reduction
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Following the mandatory fortification of cereal grains with folic acid, some studies have noted a decrease in omphalocele rates, prompting questions like: **Can folic acid prevent omphalocele?**. While the evidence is not as definitive as for neural tube defects, research suggests that proper prenatal nutrition, including folic acid, can play a supportive role in reducing risk factors.
