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    • Endocrinology
    • Immunology

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    • Traditionally viewed as a hormone regulating progesterone, human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) is now recognized for its broader paracrine functions.
    • Recent discoveries highlight the significant roles of hCG and its hyperglycosylated analog (hCG-H) in early pregnancy events.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To elucidate the critical discoveries regarding the paracrine roles of hCG and hCG-H in implantation and early gestation.
    • To explore the distinct and overlapping mechanisms of action for hCG and hCG-H.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of recent scientific literature and discoveries concerning hCG and hCG-H.
    • Analysis of hCG and hCG-H interactions with cellular receptors (TSH receptor, TGF-beta-RII, LH/hCG-R).
    • Examination of intracellular signaling pathways and downstream effects.

    Main Results:

    • hCG and hCG-H act as potent paracrine regulators, essential for blastocyst implantation and uterine dialogue.
    • hCG influences trophoblast fusion, angiogenesis, immune regulation (Th2 bias, T-Treg attraction), and endometrial receptivity.
    • hCG-H promotes trophoblast invasion and angiogenesis via TGF-beta signaling and activates NK cells.

    Conclusions:

    • hCG and hCG-H are key paracrine factors orchestrating implantation through diverse mechanisms.
    • Their distinct signaling pathways underscore complex regulatory networks in early pregnancy.
    • Further research into hCG and hCG-H functions promises deeper insights into reproductive success.