Abstract:There was an increase in the chemotactic activity and phagocytic response of neutrophilic polymorphonuclear leukocytes during the first five days after vaginal delivery in women.
“…[ 25 ] Furthermore, the migratory potential of important immune cells required during an infection such as neutrophils varies with gestation and during different labor phenotypes. [ 75 , 76 ] These areas of immune modulation are all possible avenues of future research and treatment options.…”
Section: Why Are Pregnant Women At Greater Risk Of Sepsis?mentioning
“…[ 25 ] Furthermore, the migratory potential of important immune cells required during an infection such as neutrophils varies with gestation and during different labor phenotypes. [ 75 , 76 ] These areas of immune modulation are all possible avenues of future research and treatment options.…”
Section: Why Are Pregnant Women At Greater Risk Of Sepsis?mentioning
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