Decidualization denotes the transformation of endometrial stromal fibroblasts into
specialized secretory decidual cells that provide a nutritive and immunoprivileged matrix …

Embryo implantation involves the intimate interaction between an implantation-competent
blastocyst and a receptive uterus, which occurs in a limited time period known as the …

The complexity of the events of embryo implantation and placentation is exemplified by the
number and range of cytokines with demonstrated roles in these processes. Disturbance of …

Angiogenesis is an important component in the development of thyroid goitre. Vascular
endothelial growth factor (VEGF) represents a family of specific endothelial cell mitogens …

OBJECTIVE: To provide a focused review of the scientific literature pertaining to endometrial
receptivity. DESIGN: Review of the literature and appraisal of relevant articles. SETTING …

Intensive research work has been performed to better understand the regulation of the
endometrium and its clinical implications to improve implantation. Although many proteins …

Implantation, a critical step for establishing pregnancy, requires molecular and cellular
events resulting in uterine growth and differentiation, blastocyst adhesion, invasion, and …

Although an altered vaginal microbiota has been demonstrated to affect parturition, its role in
assisted reproductive technologies is uncertain. Nevertheless, the effect of known …

One of the biggest obstacles to reproductive success is our inability to diagnose or treat
effectively the non-receptive endometrium. The endometrium becomes receptive for a …

Problem Several pregnancy complications have disparities based on the sex of the fetus. It
is unknown whether the sex of the fetus differentially alters the maternal immune milieu …