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Trophoblast-Specific Expression of Hif-1α Results in Preeclampsia-Like Symptoms and Fetal Growth Restriction
26 Feb 2019
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The placenta is an essential organ that is formed during pregnancy and its proper development is critical for embryonic survival. While several animal models have been shown to exhibit some of the pathological effects present in human preeclampsia, these models often do not represent the physiological aspects that have been identified. Hypoxia-inducible factor 1 alpha (Hif-1α) is a necessary component of the...
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