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Tissue engineering a fetal membrane [PDF]

, 2011
The aim of this study was to construct an artificial fetal membrane (FM) by combination of human amniotic epithelial stem cells (hAESCs) and a mechanically enhanced collagen scaffold containing encapsulated human amniotic stromal fibroblasts (hASFs ...
Adam M. Squires, Anna L. David, Bipasha Chowdhury, Che John Connon, Connon C.J., Grinnell F., Ian William Hamley, Jones R.R., Kirkham S.M., Roanne Razalia Jones, Shengli Mi, Trinkaus R.V.   +11 more
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2D Nanomaterials Toward Function‐Ready Superlubricity in Advanced Microsystems

Advanced Materials, EarlyView.
A unified framework links structural and transformation superlubricity with microsystem functions and deployment requirements. Mechanisms, device architectures, integration strategies, AI‐guided discovery, and benchmarking protocols are connected to define function‐ready superlubricity in advanced microsystems.
Yushan Geng, Jun Yang, Yong Yang
wiley   +1 more source

Determinants of term premature rupture of membrane: case-control study in Saint Paul’s Millennium Medical College Hospital, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

BMC Women's Health, 2023
Background The term premature rupture of the membranes is the rupture of the membranes before the onset of labor beyond 37 weeks of gestation. Several factors, including obstetric, gynecologic, socioeconomic, and medical, are identified as potential risk
Zelele daniel, Temesgen Tantu, Dereje Zewdu, Thomas Mekuria, Tsion Yehualashet, Muluken Gunta, Mekete Wondosen   +6 more
doaj   +1 more source

Multifunctional Bio‐Based Packaging for Perishable Foods: Structural Design, Scalable Fabrication, and Versatile Applications

Advanced Materials, EarlyView.
An overview of design principles and scalable fabrication strategies for multifunctional bio‐based packaging. Radiative cooling films, modified‐atmosphere films/membranes, active antimicrobial/antioxidant platforms, intelligent optical/electrochemical labels, and superhydrophobic surfaces are co‐engineered from material chemistry to mesoscale structure
Lei Zhang, Jiaqi Zhang, Mei Cui, Wei Qi, Renliang Huang, Rongxin Su, Kai Zhang   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Myomectomy as a pregnancy-preserving option in the carefully selected patient [PDF]

, 2002
Objectives: To present the indications for myomectomy during pregnancy and to discuss complications possibly related and unrelated to the procedure. Method and Results: A 33-year-old patient at 18 weeks of gestation underwent removal of a 1,570-gram ...
Baretton, G., Hasbargen, U., Hepp, H., Kimmig, R., Roth, U., Strauss, A., Summerer-Moustaki, M.   +6 more
core   +1 more source

Recent Advances in Electrospun Nanofibers for Triboelectric Nanogenerators: Performance Enhancement Strategies and Emerging Applications

Advanced Materials, EarlyView.
This review highlights recent advances in electrospun nanofiber‐based triboelectric nanogenerators, emphasizing how material design, fiber architecture, and interface engineering collectively enhance output performance and mechanical durability. Key developments in porous, aligned, core‐shell, and hierarchical nanofibers are discussed alongside ...
MD Fajla Rabbi, Jee Hwan Ahn, Duy Linh Vu, Kyoung Kwan Ahn   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Chlamydia trachomatis infection and the risk of perinatal mortality in Hungary [PDF]

, 2001
Introduction: Chlamydial infections of the genital tract are thought to often lead to preterm birth, which is the most important perinatal problem in Hungary.
Ancel Y, Bashir SA, Muh DH, Newhall WJ, Orfila J, Richardson S, Rogan WJ, Sweet RL, Trachtenberg AI   +8 more
core   +1 more source

Engineered Heparinized GQDS/HPEI–Polyamide Membrane for Bilirubin Removal via One Step Anti Coagulation

Advanced Materials Interfaces, EarlyView.
A multifunctional heparinized polyamide membrane embedded with graphene quantum dots (GQDs) and hyperbranched polyethyleneimine (HPEI) is engineered for efficient bilirubin removal via a one‐step anticoagulation–adsorption process. The membrane demonstrates enhanced hemocompatibility, prolonged clotting times, and high bilirubin adsorption capacity ...
Abdur Rehman Mushtaq Ahmad, Maria Wasim, Aneela Sabir, Muhammad Shafiq, Syed Abdul Basit Shah, Maoz Maoz, Vanni Lughi   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

The diagnostic value of the lactate concentration in the vaginal fluid for diagnosis of premature rupture of membranes

Armaghane Danesh Bimonthly Journal, 2013
Background & aim: Accurate and timely diagnosis of premature rupture of fetal membranes has a major role in reducing infant and mother mortality and morbidity .The purpose of this study was to determine the diagnostic value of the lactate concentration ...
N Nazari, M Ahmadi, M Mazani, H Alavimajd, M Refaei, M Hedayati   +5 more
doaj  

Impact of excessive pregnancy weight gain on pregnancy outcomes and neonatal conditions in pre-pregnancy overweight and obese women

Shanghai yufang yixue
ObjectiveTo explore the influence of excessive weight gain during pregnancy in pre-pregnancy overweight and obese women on pregnancy outcomes and neonatal conditions， and to provide scientific evidence for formulating weight management strategies before ...
CHEN Xia, YUAN Yunlan, ZHANG Yan, MA Ziwen, ZHANG Jianmin   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source