Decidua
Part of uterus modified in pregnancy / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The decidua is the modified mucosal lining of the uterus (that is, modified endometrium) that forms every month, in preparation for pregnancy. It is shed off each month when there is no fertilised egg to support.[1] The decidua is under the influence of progesterone. Endometrial cells become highly characteristic. The decidua forms the maternal part of the placenta and remains for the duration of the pregnancy. After birth the decidua is shed together with the placenta.[1]
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MeSH | D003656 |
TE | E6.0.1.4.0.0.7 |
FMA | 85538 |
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