Abstract
T-helper (Th) cells play a central role in modulating immune responses. The Th1/Th2 paradigm has now developed into the new Th1/Th2/Th17 paradigm. In addition to effector cells, Th cells are regulated by regulatory T (Treg) cells. Their capacity to produce cytokines is suppressed by immunoregulatory cytokines such as transforming growth factor (TGF)-β and interleukin (IL)-10 or by cell-to-cell interaction. Here, we will review the immunological environment in normal pregnancy and complicated pregnancy, such as implantation failure, abortion, preterm labor, and preeclampsia from the viewpoint of the new Th1/Th2/Th17 and Treg paradigms.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 601-610 |
Number of pages | 10 |
Journal | American Journal of Reproductive Immunology |
Volume | 63 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 2010/06 |
Keywords
- Abortion
- Cytokine network
- Implantation
- Preterm labor
- Reproduction
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Immunology and Allergy
- Immunology
- Reproductive Medicine
- Obstetrics and Gynecology