Extracellular Matrix Remodeling of the Umbilical Cord in Pre-eclampsia as a Risk Factor for Fetal Hypertension

The human umbilical cord forms a connection between the placenta and the foetus. It is composed of two arteries and one vein surrounded by Wharton's jelly. Pre-eclampsia is accompanied by extensive remodeling of extracellular matrix of umbilical cord. Matrix metalloproteinase...

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Main Authors: Lech Romanowicz, Zofia Galewska
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2011-01-01
Series:Journal of Pregnancy
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2011/542695
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