Estrogen and G protein-coupled estrogen receptor agonist G-1 cause relaxation of human gallbladder

Conclusion These results demonstrate for the first time that 17β-estradiol and GPER agonist G-1 cause relaxation of the human gallbladder, probably through GPER. Estrogen might play an important role in the control of human gallbladder motility.
Source: Tzu Chi Medical Journal - Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: research