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Endometrial Receptivity

Meaning

Endometrial receptivity refers to the transient state of the uterine lining, the endometrium, during which it is optimally prepared to allow for the attachment and implantation of an embryo. This critical window, known as the “window of implantation,” is a highly synchronized event essential for successful pregnancy. It is regulated by a precise, sequential interplay of ovarian steroid hormones, primarily estrogen and progesterone. Clinical assessment of receptivity is a key component in reproductive endocrinology and in vitro fertilization protocols.