Background Inflammatory processes and infections of the uterine wall must be accepted as
a physiological event in dairy cows after calving. This might result in clinical or subclinical …

Endometrial cells take part in embryo–maternal communication, as well as supporting the
immune system in defending against invading pathogens. The aim of the present study was …

After parturition, uterine bacterial infections lead to inflammatory processes such as
subclinical/clinical endometritis with high prevalence in dairy cows. Endometrial epithelial …

The endometrium regulates the inflammatory response after infection by production and
release of cytokines and chemokines. The objective was to compare gene expression of …

Repeat breeder cows (RBC) are defined as cyclic cows without clinical abnormalities that
fail to conceive after at least three subsequent inseminations. Previous studies have …

Endometrial epithelium plays a crucial role in the first immune response to invading bacteria
by producing cytokines and chemokines. The aim of this study was to investigate the first …

Postpartum endometritis compromises milk production and fertility in high-producing dairy
cows. Infection of the endometrium induces an inflammatory response with secretion of …

Several cytokines and prostaglandins play an important role in preparing the endometrium
for implantation and mediating pro-inflammatory events. The aim of the present study was to …

An abnormal uterine environment can influence maternal–fetal communication, conception
rate and disrupt normal embryo development, thereby affecting fertility and the reproductive …

The objective of this study was to compare the concentrations of inflammatory cytokines in
uterine flush and serum from healthy postpartum dairy cows and cows with clinical or …