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Parturition Endocrine Control - Anatomy & Physiology (view source)
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'''Furgesson Reflex'''
'''Furgesson Reflex'''
* Neuroendocrine reflex
* Oxytocin is released in response to cervical stimulation by the foetus.
* Oxytocin release causes further synthesis and secretion of oxytocin, thus exibiting positive feedback.
* Oxytocin concentrations continue to rise until the foetus is expelled, thus the cervical stimulation ceases.