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  • Developmental Biology
  • Reproductive Biology
  • Cellular Biology

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  • Müllerian ducts (MD) form the female reproductive organs.
  • Regional differentiation of MDs is essential for reproductive functions like fertilization and pregnancy.
  • The unique epithelial structures and cell types of MD-derived organs are key to their specific functions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the molecular mechanisms governing Müllerian duct regionalization and differentiation.
  • To highlight the roles of key genetic and signaling factors in MD development.
  • To discuss the implications for understanding and treating Müllerian anomalies.

Main Methods:

  • Review of genetic mouse models.
  • Analysis of single-cell sequencing data.
  • Integration of findings from organoid culture studies.

Main Results:

  • MD epithelial differentiation depends on spatiotemporal control of transcription factors and mesenchymal signals.
  • Key factors include Hox genes, Foxa2, P63, estrogen, Wnt/β-catenin, hedgehog, and retinoic acid signaling.
  • Epigenetic factors like microRNAs and chromatin modifiers also play critical roles.

Conclusions:

  • Deciphering MD craniocaudal patterning advances understanding of female reproductive tract development.
  • This knowledge can improve prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of Müllerian anomalies and related disorders.