Other extra-embryonic folds expand up over the embryo to form the amniotic folds. The amnion and chorion develop together as upwardly projecting amniotic folds, eventually closing over the dorsal ...

Intra-amniotic infection (IAI), or chorioamnionitis, complicates up to 10% of all pregnancies and up to 2% of labors at term. There is a significant risk of complications for the mother and the ...

EPIFIX is a dehydrated human amnion/chorion membrane allograft used in wound healing. Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert!