Until recently, trophoblast invasion during human placentation was characterized by and
restricted to invasion into uterine connective tissues and the uterine spiral arteries. The latter …

The fetomaternal interface, consisting of the maternal decidua and the invading fetal
trophoblast, critically regulates placental function and the growth and development of the …

Historically, invasion of placental trophoblasts was thought to be extremely specific, only
invading into the connective tissues of the maternal uterus and finally reaching and …

OBJECTIVE: The objective of this study was to determine imaging features that may help
predict the presence of placenta accreta, placenta increta or placenta percreta on prenatal …

The placenta functions as a shield against infection of the fetus. The innate and adaptive
immune defenses of the developing fetus are poorly equipped to fight infections. Infection by …

The placenta, as the vector for all maternal-fetal oxygen and nutrient exchange, is a principal
influence on birthweight. Placental weight summarizes laterally expanding growth of the …

This article reviews the anatomy and physiology of the uterine circulation, with emphasis on
the remodeling of spiral arteries during normal pregnancy, and the timing and anatomical …

During the first trimester of pregnancy, extravillous trophoblasts (EVTs) invade into the
decidual interstitium to the first third of the myometrium, thereby anchoring the placenta to …

Along with the maintenance of symbiotic mutualism with commensal microbes and
protection against invasive infections common to all mucosal barrier tissues, female …

Preterm birth (PTB) is a leading cause of neonatal death worldwide. Intrauterine and
systemic infection and inflammation cause 30–40% of spontaneous preterm labor (PTL) …