A newly created cell model of the amniotic sac could reveal new insights into early pregnancy, as well as generate helpful ...

Amniotic fluid (AF) is a significant contributor to fetal health and constitutes a potential rich source of biomarkers for diagnosis of maternal and fetal disorders. In this study, we performed a ...

Intra-amniotic infection (IAI) is associated with preterm birth and perinatal mortality. To identify potential biomarkers, we performed a comprehensive survey of the cervical−vaginal fluid (CVF) ...

Necrotising enterolcolitis (NEC) is a common and devastating disease in preterm infants.1 The prevention of NEC has become a high research priority. NEC is precipitated by the exposure of the immature ...

The amniotic membrane (AM) has found several clinical applications for ophthalmic indications, in particular, those related to ocular surface (OS) diseases. Successful results have been reported after ...

Objective Necrotising enterocolitis (NEC) remains one of the primary causes of morbidity and mortality in neonates and alternative strategies are needed. Stem cells have become a therapeutic option ...

The high amniotic fluid levels found in these conditions are paralleled by high AFP in maternal serum. Low concentration of MSAFP is associated with an increased risk for fetal trisomy.

Amniotic fluid surrounds the growing fetus and provides a ballotable environment that is protective for the fetus. Amniotic fluid also assists in pulmonary development and the avoidance of ...

Lily Phillips has shared a new video with plenty of behind-the-scenes details about her "fluid bank" challenge. Read on at your own risk.

One person was killed Saturday night when a vehicle veered off Highway 101 in Santa Maria and landed in a restaurant parking lot, according to the Santa Maria Police Department.

Introduction Human amniotic fluid (hAF) has been shown to reduce inflammation in multiple experimental models. hAF has previously been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as a human ...