Summary of current evidences supporting the existence of stem cells in the female reproductive system. The existence of stem/progenitor cells is indicated in primary functional parts of the reproductive system, including ovary, uterus and cervix. Abbreviations: CD = Cluster of differentiation, MSC = Mesenchymal stem cell, SP = Side population. Normal and cancer stem cells of the human female reproductive system. López J, Valdez-Morales FJ, Benítez-Bribiesca L, Cerbón M, Carrancá AG - Reproductive biology and endocrinology : RB&E (2013). Not Altered. CC.
Uterus Pathology Video Uterus The uterus is responsible for incubating human life. The mucosal lining of the uterus is called endometrium. The endometrium is supported by a smooth muscular wall called the myometrium. Hormonal sensitivity exists in the endometrium. Estrogen…
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