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The relaxin secreted by placenta relaxes the pubic ligaments during parturition.
i. Mention the other hormones secreted by placenta.
ii. Suppose relaxin is not secreted, mention the other method for the delivery of the child.

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i. HCG, chorionic thyrotropin, chorionic corticotropin, chorionic, somatomammotropin, estrogen and progesterone.
ii. Caesarean operation.
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