Ectopic pregnancy and epithelial to mesenchymal transition: is there a link?

Reproduction. 2021 Mar;161(3):V11-V14. doi: 10.1530/REP-20-0542.

Abstract

Ectopic pregnancy (EP) is defined as the implantation of an embryo outside of the uterus and is a leading cause of first trimester maternal mortality and morbidity. This article discusses a possible role for epithelial to mesenchymal transition in the pathogenesis of EP, given the notable similarity of protein expression between the two processes.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Embryo Implantation
  • Epithelial-Mesenchymal Transition*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy Trimester, First
  • Pregnancy, Ectopic* / etiology
  • Uterus