| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10032406 | American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology | 2005 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
Cervical recombinant human lactoferrin administration increased fetal survival and extended pregnancy. Lactoferrin has an anti-inflammatory action as well as an antibacterial action, suggesting that recombinant human lactoferrin has the potential to prevent preterm delivery originating from cervical infection in the clinical setting.
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Authors
Akitoshi MD, Katsufumi MD, PhD, Yasushi MD, PhD, Maki MD, Kaori MS, Hiroshi MS, Masaaki MD, PhD, Takashi MD, PhD, Atsuko DVM,