Abstract：
:The characteristic functions of relaxin are associated with female reproductive tract physiology. These include the regulation of biochemical processes involved in remodeling the extracellular matrix of the cervix and vagina during pregnancy and rupture of the fetal membranes at term. Such modifications enable the young to move unimpeded through the birth canal and prevent dystocia. However, relaxin's physiological actions are not limited to late gestation. New functions for this peptide hormone in implantation and placentation are also emerging. Relaxin promotes uterine and placental growth and influences vascular development and proliferation in the endometrium. This chapter provides an overview of the current literature on relaxin physiology in the uterus, cervix and vagina of pregnant females and the impact on fetal health. It also outlines the potential mechanisms of relaxin action, particularly in the cervical extracellular matrix and uterine endometrium.
journal_name
Adv Exp Med Bioljournal_title
Advances in experimental medicine and biologyauthors
Parry LJ,Vodstrcil LAdoi
10.1007/978-0-387-74672-2_4subject
Has Abstractpub_date
2007-01-01 00:00:00pages
34-48eissn
0065-2598issn
2214-8019journal_volume
612pub_type
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