Morphology and Function of the Lamb Ileum following Preterm Birth

Morphology and Function of the Lamb Ileum following Preterm Birth

BackgroundFor infants born moderately/late preterm (32–37 weeks of gestation), immaturity of the intestine has the potential to impact both short- and long-term gastrointestinal function. The aim of this study conducted in sheep was to compare the morphology and smooth muscle contractility of the il...

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Main Authors: Tracey J. Flores, Vivian B. Nguyen, Robert E. Widdop, Megan R. Sutherland, Graeme R. Polglase, Helen E. Abud, Mary Jane Black
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2018-01-01
Series:Frontiers in Pediatrics
Subjects:
preterm birth
development
gastrointestinal tract
small intestine
ileum
sheep
Online Access:http://journal.frontiersin.org/article/10.3389/fped.2018.00008/full

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