Immunohistochemical Evaluation of APAF-1 and E-Cadherin Expression in Placentas of Smoking Women with Premature Rupture of Membranes
Abstract
Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the immunohistochemical expression of APAF-1 and E-cadherin in placental tissues of smoking women with premature rupture of membranes (PROM). Materials and Methods: Placental samples obtained from smoking and non-smoking women diagnosed with PROM and from healthy controls were examined immunohistochemically for APAF-1 and E-cadherin expression. Results: Increased APAF-1 expression and decreased E-cadherin expression were observed in placentas of smoking women with PROM compared to controls. Conclusion: Smoking may contribute to PROM by enhancing apoptotic activity and disrupting placental cell–cell adhesion. Keywords: placenta, apaf-1, prom, smoking
Fields of Study & Subjects
Preterm Birth and Chorioamnionitis
Pregnancy and preeclampsia studies
Reproductive System and Pregnancy
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Journal of Drug Delivery and Therapeutics
- Volume
- 16
- Issue
- 2
- Pages
- 125–128
- Publication date
- 15 February 2026
- Language
- EN