Abstract:INTRODUCTION:
Throughout the menstrual cycle, the endometrium undergoes morphological and biochemical changes reflecting ovarian hormone secretion. These changes are associated with specific receptors located throughout the endometrial tissue. Alongside receptors for ovarian hormones, the human endometrium contains all of the elements of renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS). Given certain progestins play a role in RAAS modulation through anti-mineralocorticoid properties, we believe that the… Show more
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