Perturbations in the uterine luminal fluid composition are detrimental to pregnancy establishment in cattle.

Thiago MartinsGuilherme PugliesiMariana SponchiadoAngela M Gonella-DiazaOscar A Ojeda-RojasFrederich D RodriguezRoney S RamosAndrea C BassoMario Binelli

Published in: Journal of animal science and biotechnology (2018)

Subtle perturbations imposed to the native intrauterine milieu, such as those caused by a single, low-volume collection of ULF, profoundly disturbs intrauterine composition and pregnancy success. At least 4 d were necessary for the uterus to recover its composition and the functional capacity to carry post-implantation gestation.

Keyphrases

preterm birth
pregnancy outcomes
preterm infants
pregnant women
gestational age