Inflammatory Markers in Uterine Lavage Fluids of Pregnant, Non-Pregnant, and Intrauterine Device Implanted Mares on Days 10 and 15 Post Ovulation

Inflammatory Markers in Uterine Lavage Fluids of Pregnant, Non-Pregnant, and Intrauterine Device Implanted Mares on Days 10 and 15 Post Ovulation

Intrauterine devices (IUDs) are used in mares to suppress oestrous behaviour, but the underlying mechanism is yet to be elucidated. The presence of an embryo or an IUD prevents cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) and, subsequently, prostaglandin (PG) release and luteolysis. However, inflammation may also be in...

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Main Authors: Maria Montserrat Rivera del Alamo, Tiina Reilas, Karolina Lukasik, Antonio M. Galvão, Marc Yeste, Terttu Katila
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-12-01
Series:Animals
Subjects:
intrauterine device
inflammation
prostaglandins
cytokines
IL-10
inhibin A
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/11/12/3493

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