HOXA10 expression is decreased in endometrium of women with adenomyosis

Fertil Steril. 2011 Mar 1;95(3):1133-6. doi: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2010.09.060. Epub 2010 Nov 10.

Abstract

HOXA10 gene expression is decreased in the secretory phase endometrium of women with adenomyosis. Diminished expression of HOXA10 is a potential mechanism explaining decreased implantation observed in women with adenomyosis.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Biopsy
  • Case-Control Studies
  • Embryo Implantation / physiology
  • Endometriosis / metabolism*
  • Endometriosis / pathology*
  • Endometrium / metabolism*
  • Endometrium / pathology*
  • Female
  • Homeobox A10 Proteins
  • Homeodomain Proteins / metabolism*
  • Humans
  • Immunohistochemistry
  • Infertility, Female / metabolism
  • Infertility, Female / pathology
  • Middle Aged

Substances

  • Homeobox A10 Proteins
  • Homeodomain Proteins
  • HOXA10 protein, human