Children exposed to alcohol during fetal development exhibit changes in brain structure and metabolism that are visible using various imaging techniques, according to a new study presented at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA). Alcohol use by expectant mothers can lead to problems with the mental and physical development of their children - a condition known as fetal alcohol syndrome. Research suggests an incidence of 0.2 to 1.5 per 1,000 live births, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention...
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