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Current models of endometriosis (EMs) still have limitations in replicating the key pathological features of human EMs, particularly the cyclic bleeding associated with ectopic lesions. To address this gap, this study aimed to develop a pro…

BACKGROUND: Endometriosis and major depressive disorder (MDD) pose significant global health burdens. Despite pathophysiological overlaps, existing epidemiological studies predominantly examine their unidirectional associations, often const…

BACKGROUND: Patients undergoing assisted reproductive technology (ART) frequently manifest sleep disturbances and psychological morbidity. This study examined associations between cerebral activation patterns, sleep quality, and psychologic…

BACKGROUND: Ovarian clear cell carcinoma (OCCC) is a rare aggressive, and chemo-resistant subtype of epithelial ovarian cancer. Current limitations in precisely characterizing its molecular features have resulted in restricted availability …

RESEARCH QUESTION: Does peritoneal iron overload drive fibrosis in endometriosis through Nrf2 pathway dysfunction and the resulting ferroptosis, and can electroacupuncture intervene in this process? DESIGN: An endometriosis mouse model was…

In brief: Iron overload-induced ferroptosis contributes to ovarian damage in endometriosis, yet effective interventions are lacking. This study shows that electroacupuncture preserves ovarian function by activating the nuclear factor erythr…

BACKGROUND: The effectiveness of luteinizing hormone (LH) supplementation during assisted reproductive technology (ART) cycles remains controversial, particularly among women of advanced reproductive age. This study aimed to compare the cum…

Circadian rhythms are ~24 h endogenous rhythms driven by both central and peripheral clocks, with their core mechanism being a transcription‑translation feedback loop mediated by master clock genes. The present review outlines the organizat…

BACKGROUND: Preimplantation embryos in vivo are exposed to various growth factors in the female reproductive tract that are absent in in vitro embryo culture media. Cell-free fat extract exerts antioxidant, anti-ageing, and ovarian function…

BACKGROUND: The administration of exogenous gonadotropins (Gn) to elicit multi-follicular development for controlled ovarian stimulation (COS) represents a pivotal component of assisted reproductive technology (ART). Presently, the exogenou…

BACKGROUND: Ovarian cancer patients with elevated serum CA125 levels after operation have a high incidence of relapse or metastasis. 18F-FDG PET/CT is an effective imaging method for identifying recurrent or metastatic lesions. This study s…

Abstract Background Endometriosis (EMs) often leads to ovarian dysfunction and infertility. Its mechanism is closely associated with oxidative stress and ferroptosis induced by pelvic iron overload. Electroacupuncture (EA) has potential i…

BACKGROUND: Overweight and obesity are link to impaired endometrial receptivity and decreased pregnancy success in frozen-thawed embryo transfer (FET) cycles. Depot gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonist (GnRH-a) pretreatment before hormone…

BACKGROUND: Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) significantly impacts women's quality of life, with laparoscopic sacrocolpopexy (LSC) considered the gold standard for treatment. However, LSC carries risks of complications, prompting exploration of …

BACKGROUND: The dysbiosis of gut microbiome is known to have a significant impact on the progression of sever acute pancreatitis (SAP). This study intends to investigate the alteration of gut microbiome in SAP patients during hospitalizatio…

Abnormal post-translational modifications (PTMs) play a crucial role in tumor initiation and progression. However, the mechanisms by which lncRNAs, as emerging epigenetic regulators, mediate PTMs remain largely unexplored. This review provi…

Postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) represent significant concerns for patients undergoing surgical procedures, as these symptoms greatly impact their postoperative experience. Among female patients undergoing laparoscopic surgery, the…

BACKGROUND: Increased expression of tribbles pseudokinase 3 (TRIB3), which is attributed to increased levels of free fatty acids in the follicular fluid of women with obesity, is correlated with reduced oocyte developmental competence. Conn…

BACKGROUND: Retroperitoneal ectopic pregnancy (REP) is a rare form of ectopic pregnancy, in which fertilised eggs are implanted in the retroperitoneal cavity. Due to its atypical location and non-specific symptoms, REP is often misdiagnosed…

BACKGROUND: Diminished ovarian reserve (DOR) is clinically characterized by a decrease in the number of available ovarian follicles and a decline in the quality of oocytes, accompanied by hormonal changes. Low quality of DOR oocyte leads to…

BACKGROUND: Prior research showed that elevated serum uric acid (SUA) levels in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) before in vitro fertilization or intracytoplasmic sperm injection (IVF/ICSI) treatment can lead to a lower rate of l…

BACKGROUND: An imbalance of the pro-oxidant and antioxidant profiles in the body contributes to the development of diseases, including female infertility. METHODS: In this study, we performed a secondary analysis of the National Health and…

BACKGROUND: The role of sperm DNA fragmentation index (DFI) in fertility remains controversial. Herein, we analyzed its association with semen parameters, embryonic development, and pregnancy outcomes after in vitro fertilization (IVF) trea…

Paradoxically, tumor development and progression can be inhibited and promoted by the immune system. After three stages of immune editing, namely, elimination, homeostasis and escape, tumor cells are no longer restricted by immune surveilla…

BACKGROUND: The cumulative live birth rate (CLBR) has been regarded as a key measure of in vitro fertilization (IVF) success after a complete treatment cycle. Women undergoing IVF face great psychological pressure and financial burden. A pr…