BACKGROUND The embryo implantation process is crucial for the correct establishment
and progress of pregnancy. During implantation, the blastocyst trophectoderm cells attach to …

Selective progesterone receptor modulators (SPRMs) are a new class of compounds
developed to target the progesterone receptor (PR) with a mix of agonist and antagonist …

The initiation of human pregnancy is marked by the implantation of an embryo into the
uterine environment; however, the underlying mechanisms remain largely elusive. To …

STUDY QUESTION How does the human embryo breach the endometrial epithelium at
implantation? SUMMARY ANSWER Embryo attachment to the endometrial epithelium …

Emergency contraception provides women with a last chance to prevent unintended
pregnancy after sex. In the United States, available options for emergency contraception are …

Emergency contraception is indicated in instances of unprotected sexual intercourse,
including reproductive coercion, sexual assault, and contraceptive failure. It plays a role in …

Background Levonorgestrel, a standard drug for emergency contraception (EC), is not
effective if administered post-ovulation. A cyclo-oxygenase inhibitor could contribute …

Successful pregnancy is dependent upon the implantation of a competent embryo into a
receptive endometrium. Despite major advancement in our understanding of reproductive …

Tissue engineering is an innovative approach to develop allogeneic tissues and organs.
The uterus is a very sensitive and complex organ, which requires refined techniques to …

In brief Porcine endometrial organoids (EOs) were isolated and characterized, revealing
distinctive features such as unique extracellular matrix formation, fusion into uterine bud-like …