Probiotic Lactobacillus rhamnosus GR-1 is a unique prophylactic agent that suppresses infection-induced myometrial cell responses
Abstract Preterm birth (PTB) is a multifactorial syndrome affecting millions of neonates worldwide. Intrauterine infection can induce PTB through the secretion of pro-inflammatory cytokines and untimely activation of uterine contractions. In pregnant mice, prophylactic administration of probiotic La...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Nature Publishing Group
2019-03-01
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| Series: | Scientific Reports |
| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-019-41133-0 |