1 Control of Myometrial Contractility and Labor.- 2 Receptors and Signal Transduction in the Myometrium.- 3 Myometrial Electrophysiology.- 4 Role of Uterine Ca2+ Pumps and Na+ Pumps in Labor: A Molecular Biology Approach.- 5 Mechanism of Action of Steroid Hormones and Antihormones: A Mini-overview.- 6 Role of Progesterone in the Control of Labor.- 7 New Perspectives on Estrogen, Progesterone, and Oxytocin Action in Primate Parturition.- 8 The Role of the Infection and Cytokines in Preterm Parturition.- 9 Immune Control of Pregnancy.- 10 Molecular Mechanisms Regulating Contractility of the Pregnant Uterus.- 11 Pros and Cons of Preterm Labor Treatment.- 12 Therapies for Starting and Stopping Labour.
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