Journal of Reproductive Immunology

G protein-coupled estrogen receptor (GPER) has been found to be an important key regulator in the homeostasis of sex hormone-dependent human cells. The aim of this study was to compare the expression of GPER, estrogen receptor alpha (ER-α),…

Endometriosis happens following the implantation of endometrial-derived tissues outside the uterine cavity. It has been suggested that 2, 3, 7, 8-Tetrachlorodibenzo-p-dioxin (TCDD) is involved in endometriosis development. Furthermore, aryl…

The eutopic secretory phase endometrium in endometriosis overproduces and releases a soluble immunosuppressive CD200 molecule (CD200L) and is populated by stromal cells that contain a truncated CD200 (CD200S) that promotes a proinflammatory…

The detailed mechanism underlying endometriosis development remains unclear; few reports have suggested the involvement of immune and genetic factors. This study aims to investigate the role of NK cells in endometriosis by analyzing the co-…

Endometriosis, defined as the presence of endometrial tissues outside the uterus, affects approximately 10% of women of reproductive age. Assisted reproductive technology (ART) is considered the most effective technique to treat infertility…

Endometriosis is a common estrogen-dependent gynecological disorder that is characterized by endometrial-like tissue being found at extrauterine sites. Aberrant expression and activation of estrogen receptor beta (ERβ) in ectopic endometriu…

There is growing evidence that changes in the eutopic endometrial immune profile are a cause of endometriosis-associated infertility. Women affected by endometriosis experience a 2-fold increased risk of infertility compared to healthy cont…

Chemotherapy and radiation treatments are known for deleterious effects on the ovary, which can result in prolonged recovery time before ovarian function resumes, including follicular growth after completion of these therapies. To better un…

Endometriosis (EMs) is a common gynecological disease whose pathogenesis remains unclear. Immunological factors have been a key hotspot in recent years. Peritoneal fluid samples from women with EMs show defectively activated macrophages (MΦ…

The fallopian tubes (FT) play a key role in fertility by facilitating the movement of gametes to promote fertilisation and, subsequently, passage of the zygote for implantation. Histologically, the FT mucosa consists of three main cell type…

In a normal pregnancy, maternal circulatory system presents a hypercoagulable state due to the effect of hormone secretion. Even minor variations in fibrinolytic system could lead to hyper- or hypofibrinolysis, affecting placental formation…

OBJECTIVE: Endometriosis is an estrogen-dependent disease characterized by the presence of endometriotic tissue outside the uterine cavity, the condition that immunological factors play important roles in its pathogenesis. Thymic stromal ly…

OBJECTIVES: Chronic inflammation and pelvic adhesion play a critical role in endometriosis-related infertility. Research studies suggest that TGF-β superfamily members, such as soluble endoglin (sEng), growth differentiation factor 15 (GDF-…

The aim of this study was to identify the key similarities between the eutopic endometrium of women with endometriosis and chlamydia-induced endometritis taking into account tissue microenvironment heterogeneity, transcript gene profile, an…

Endometriosis is a chronic inflammatory disease often associated with dysmenorrhea, infertility, adenomyosis, and endometrial ovarian cyst (EOC). In particular, EOC can sometimes become malignant in a longitudinal follow-up. This study aime…

INTRODUCTION: Endometriosis is an inflammatory condition, affecting mainly women of reproductive age. Leptin is a regulator of food intake and energy expenditure, posing pleiotropic actions, and regulating immunity and fertility. The aim of…

To overcome COVID-19 long-term consequences, one possible approach is to control inflammasomes activation, because SARS-CoV-2 can induce humoral and cellular immune responses. In this opinion article we hypothesized that if it is proven wit…

Over the past two decades, nanotechnology has been involved in an array of applications in various fields, including diagnostic kits, disease treatment, drug manufacturing, drug delivery, and gene therapy. But concerns about the toxicity of…

Endometriosis is a widespread disease and commonly reduces the life quality of those affected. Scientific literature indicates different underlying immunological changes. Frequently examined tissues are peripheral blood, endometrial tissue …

Innate and adaptive immune factors play significant roles in the pathophysiology of endometriosis. T helper 17 (Th17) cells, a pro-inflammatory T cell subset, were considered to contribute to the progression of endometriosis lesions. Howeve…

The pathophysiology of endometriosis is still unknown and treatment options remain controversial. Searches focus on angiogenesis, stem cells, immunologic and inflammatory factors. This study investigated the effects of etanercept and caberg…

Endometriosis (EDT), a common estrogen-dependent inflammatory disorder, is characterized by endometrial-like tissue outside the uterus. While its pathogenesis is poorly understood, it is supposed that the immune system plays a role in its p…

OBJECTIVES: This study aimed to determine the systemic and local proportions, focal localization, and characteristics of polymorphonuclear myeloid-derived suppressor cells (PMN-MDSCs) in endometriosis. STUDY DESIGN: Peripheral blood and pe…

Resveratrol, a naturally synthesized polyphenolic compound found in some fruits, has anti neoplastic, anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidative, and anti-angiogenic properties. Angiogenesis is an important process in endometriosis which provides bl…