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Uterine transplantation: one human case followed by a decade of experimental research in animal models

Michael OlaussonCesar Diaz-garciaCesar Diaz-garciaAshraf HanafyMats Brännström

subject

GynecologyInfertilitymedicine.medical_specialtyPregnancybusiness.industrymedicine.medical_treatmentmedia_common.quotation_subjectUterusObstetrics and GynecologyImmunosuppressionFertilityGeneral Medicinemedicine.diseaseExperimental researchSurgeryTransplantationUterine transplantationmedicine.anatomical_structuremedicinebusinessmedia_common

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Uterine transplantation (UTx) aims to treat unconditional uterine factor infertility by replacing a non-functioning or non-existing uterus. After one attempt of UTx in the human 10 years ago, intensive research has been performed. The results of these specific studies on surgical technique, ischaemia-reperfusion injury, immunosuppression and fertility are discussed.

https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1479-828x.2010.01283.x