Gynecology & Obstetrics
Open Access
ISSN: 2161-0932
ISSN: 2161-0932
Associate Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Peking University Health Science Center, Beijing, China
Perspective
Accelerated Gastric Emptying in Pregnancy: Insights from a Rat Model
Author(s): Jing Wei*
Pregnancy represents a remarkable physiological state marked by profound changes within the female body to
nurture the developing fetus. These adaptations encompass multiple organ systems, including the gastrointestinal
tract. A captivating facet of these pregnancy-related adjustments is the occurrence of accelerated gastric emptying
in specific pregnant individuals. Utilizing a rat model, this phenomenon has been meticulously examined,
yielding valuable insights into the complex interaction between pregnancy and digestive physiology.. View More»
DOI:
10.35248/2161-0932.24.14.2.616