Extracellular vesicles and domestic animal reproduction

Embryo implantation is a complex process in which significant changes occur continually in both the corpora lutea and in the endometrium of females and which varies depending on the embryonic, pre-implantation, or fetal stages. However, at all stages, correct maternal–embryonic communication is esse...

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Published in:Research in veterinary science 2021-05, Vol.136, p.166-173
Main Author: Llobat, Lola
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Acids
Apoptosis
Cell signaling
Cellular communication
Communication
Domestic animals
Embryo development
Embryogenesis
Embryonic growth stage
Embryos
Endometrium
Extracellular vesicles
Fetuses
Growth factors
Immune system
Implantation
Lipids
Proteins
Sperm
Vesicles
Veterinary medicine
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Summary:Embryo implantation is a complex process in which significant changes occur continually in both the corpora lutea and in the endometrium of females and which varies depending on the embryonic, pre-implantation, or fetal stages. However, at all stages, correct maternal–embryonic communication is essential. In the last few years, a new intercellular communication tool, mediated by extracellular vesicles (EVs), has emerged. Many authors agree on the relevant role of EVs in correct communication between the mother and the embryo, as a fundamental system for the pregnancy to reach term and embryonic development to occur correctly. This review analyzes current information on known EVs, their main functions, and their role in implantation and embryonic development in domestic animals. •Reproduction in domestic animals is a complex process in which cell-to-cell interaction is essential.•Extracellular vesicles has emerged in the last few years as an important intercellular communication tool.•Cell-to-cell communication mediated by EVs has a fundamental role in reproduction processes.•EVs could be a useful tool to improve the production of in vitro embryos in different domestic species.
ISSN:0034-5288
1532-2661
DOI:10.1016/j.rvsc.2021.02.016