Considering the Effects and Maternofoetal Implications of Vascular Disorders and the Umbilical Cord
The umbilical cord is a critical anatomical structure connecting the placenta with the foetus, fulfilling multiple functions during pregnancy and hence influencing foetal development, programming and survival. Histologically, the umbilical cord is composed of three blood vessels: two arteries and on...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2022-11-01
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Series: | Medicina |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/1648-9144/58/12/1754 |