Vertical Transmission of Listeria monocytogenes: Probing the Balance between Protection from Pathogens and Fetal Tolerance
Protection of the developing fetus from pathogens is one of the many critical roles of the placenta. Listeria monocytogenes is one of a select number of pathogens that can cross the placental barrier and cause significant harm to the fetus, leading to spontaneous abortion, stillbirth, preterm labor,...
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| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2018-05-01
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| Series: | Pathogens |
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| Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/2076-0817/7/2/52 |