A tissue-engineered uterus supports live births in rabbits.
The female uterus is essential for reproduction in all mammals, meaning any trauma or disease affecting this organ detrimentally could compromise a woman’s ability to conceive or carry a viable fetus to term. The transplant of donor uteri has demonstrated potential in the reversal of infertility caused by a dysfunctional uterus even though it requires the use of anti-rejection therapeutics.
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