Uterine Collagen Cross-Linking: Biology, Role in Disorders, and Therapeutic Implications
Kurt I, Kulhan M, AlAshqar A, Borahay M. Uterine Collagen Cross-Linking: Biology, Role in Disorders, and Therapeutic Implications. Reproductive Sciences 2023, 31: 645-660. PMID: 37907804, DOI: 10.1007/s43032-023-01386-7.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchPreterm birthUterine fibroidsLysyl oxidaseWarrants further investigationUterine extracellular matrixCervical insufficiencyHealthy pregnancyUterine disordersUterine tissueAdvanced glycationTherapeutic implicationsTherapeutic targetPathogenic featuresSteroid hormonesNitric oxideBiomechanical strengthUterine collagenNormal biophysical propertiesFibroidsFurther investigationPentosidinePyridinolineDisordersBirthTissue integrity