Uterus transplantation: how far away from human trials?

Acta Obstet Gynecol Scand

Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Sahlgrenska Academy at University of Gothenburg, Göteborg, Sweden.

Published: December 2008

Uterus transplantation is being developed as a possible future method to treat uterus factor infertility. This commentary gives an overview of the animal research that has been conducted in preparation for human uterus transplantation. In addition, requirements for further specific research activities within the field are identified. It is our prediction that uterus transplantation will be introduced as an experimental procedure in the human within a few years.

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http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/00016340802495509DOI Listing

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