OBJECTIVE: The objective of this study was to determine the frequency and clinical significance
of a systemic inflammatory response as defined by an elevated plasma interleukin-6 …

OBJECTIVE: There is no evidence for the participation of the human fetus in the mechanisms
responsible for the onset of preterm labor. We propose that preterm labor in the setting of …

OBJECTIVE: Our purpose was to test the hypothesis that neonates who develop bronchopulmonary
dysplasia have higher amniotic fluid concentrations of proinflammatory cytokines …

Objective: To assess the efficacy of two laparoscopic methods for the management of
endometriomas with regard to pain relief, pregnancy rate, and disease recurrence. Design: …

Objective: To determine whether there is a relationship between the presence of histological
signs of inflammation in the extraplacental membranes and umbilical cord and the …

The etiopathogenesis of endometriosis is a multifactorial process resulting in a heterogeneous
disease. Considering that endometriosis etiology and pathogenesis are still far from …

The role of infection in the pathogenesis of preterm labor and delivery, and the specific
mechanisms through which this association is demonstrated are presented. Cellular and …

Objectives To evaluate the strength of association between maternal and pregnancy
characteristics and the risk of adverse perinatal outcomes in pregnancies with laboratory confirmed …

Introduction Healthy sexual function during pregnancy and after childbirth is one of the
cornerstones for couples to evolve from partners to parents. Aim The aim of our review is to …

Objective: To investigate whether the transfer of fetal blood cells to the maternal circulation
is perturbed in pregnancies affected by preeclampsia. Methods: Fetal erythroblasts were …