A study of the relationship between placenta growth factor and gestational age, parturition, rupture of membranes, and intrauterine infection

Article Abstract:

Placenta growth factor appears to be a normal component of amniotic fluid and decreases in concentration as pregnancy progresses. It does not appear to be involved in premature rupture of membranes or intrauterine infection.

Research, Growth factors, Pregnancy, Placenta

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Evidence for the participation of interstitial collagenase (matrix metalloproteinase 1) in preterm premature rupture of membranes

Article Abstract:

An enzyme called matrix metalloproteinase 1 appears to be involved in premature rupture of fetal membranes. This enzyme breaks down collagen, which is one of the principal components of fetal membranes.

Premature rupture of membranes, Premature rupture of the membrane, Metalloenzymes

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Phenotypic and metabolic characteristics of monocytes and granulocytes in preeclampsia

Article Abstract:

Pregnant women with preeclampsia have activated white blood cells, according to a study of 89 pregnant women. Researchers believe abnormal immune system activation may be one of the causes of preeclampsia, which is a serious complication of pregnancy.

Inflammation, Inflammation mediators, Preeclampsia

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