McDowell S

Study question How is glycodelin, a glycoprotein secreted by reproductive tissues, causally related to reproductive diseases and traits? Summary answer We present evidence for a causal role of sex hormones in determining glycodelin levels…

PURPOSE: Endometriosis is a prevalent inflammatory condition characterised by the presence of endometrial-like tissue outside the uterus and is associated with significant challenges, including diagnostic delays and continued reliance on la…

BackgroundPractitioners in the field of assisted reproductive technology (ART) continually seek alternative or adjunct treatments to improve ART outcomes. This Cochrane review investigates the adjunct use of synthetic versions of two natura…

Endometriosis is a common gynaecological condition, with a long diagnostic delay. Surgery is required to confirm a diagnosis, highlighting the need for a non-invasive biomarker. Extracellular vesicles (EVs) may have a role in endometriosis …

BackgroundAssisted reproductive technologies (ART) including in vitro fertilisation (IVF) and intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), combine gametes to enhance the probability of fertilisation and pregnancy. Advanced sperm selection techn…