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Role of the HLA-G immune checkpoint molecule in pregnancy.
Human immunology - 1 May 2021
Rouas-Freiss Nathalie, Moreau Philippe, LeMaoult Joel, Papp Bela, Tronik-Le Roux Diana, Carosella Edgardo D
Abstract excerpt
The non-classical HLA class I molecule HLA-G is expressed in trophoblasts where it contributes to maternal-fetal tolerance. HLA-G has been implicated in the control of trophoblast invasion, uterine vascular remodeling, and maintenance of a local immunosuppressive state. Understanding HLA-G biology at the maternal-fetal interface is therefore a critical issue in reproduction. In this regard, we review here: (i)...
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