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TGF\u03b2<jats:sub>1<\/jats:sub> and Cx43 gene expression were significantly increased after trauma and mechanical stimulation but this response dependent on gestational age.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title><jats:p>Mechanical stimulation affects Cx43 signalling and cell\/collagen mechanics in preterm AM defects. 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