Abstract: Birthing mechanics are poorly understood, though many injuries during childbirth are mechanical, like fetal and maternal tissue damage. Several biomechanical simulation models of parturition have been proposed to investigate ...

Abstract: The mechanical integrity of the uterine cervix is critical for a pregnancy to successfully reach full term. It must be strong to retain the fetus throughout gestation and then undergo a remodeling and softening process ...

Abstract: Preterm birth is the leading cause of childhood mortality and can lead to health risks in survivors. The mechanical functions of the uterus, fetal membranes, and cervix have dynamic roles to protect the fetus during ...

Abstract: Cervical remodeling is critical for a healthy pregnancy. Premature tissue changes can lead to preterm birth (PTB), and the absence of remodeling can lead to post-term birth, causing significant morbidity. Comprehensive ...