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The human microbiota is increasingly recognized as a key component of women's reproductive health. This narrative review examines the vaginal, endometrial, and gut microbiota and their roles in the pathogenesis of gynecologic and obstetric …

BackgroundWomen with abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB) is reported in 10-30% of women and is a significant cause of iron deficiency anemia (IDA), with long-term effects on women's quality of life. This retrospective study looked at the underl…

Background: Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) have been found to be associated with reproductive complications, including female infertility. This study was conducted to explore the link between MMPs in non-obese women with unexplained infer…

Background: Endometriosis of the cervix is a rare, non-cancerous disease that can look or behave like cancerous cervical tissue, causing challenges regarding diagnosis and management. Discrimination between benign and malignant lesions can …

The perception that hormonal contraception causes weight gain is a general belief that frequently hinders the initiation and continuation of effective family planning. This narrative review analyses data from Cochrane systematic reviews and…

Dercum's disease (DD) is a rare chronic disorder characterized by painful subcutaneous lipomas, mostly affecting overweight or obese middle-aged women. The etiology remains unclear, and evidence for medical treatments is limited. Surgical a…

Fibromyalgia is a chronic syndrome associated with pain, fatigue, and cognitive symptoms, often linked to gut microbiota alterations. The Mediterranean Diet (MD), particularly extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO), has antioxidant and anti-inflamma…

BackgroundHysterectomy is one of the most common gynecological surgical procedures for benign conditions. In clinical practice, the choice of approach is often influenced by technology availability, leading to selection bias rather than to …

The work was performed to assess the relationship of single-nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs), which determine the concentration of sex hormones (confirmed in previously performed genome-wide studies (GWASs)), with the risk of endometrial hyp…

Reactive oxygen species (ROS) are essential regulators of fertilization and early embryo development in mammals, including humans and various animal models, but they exert detrimental effects when produced in excess. In assisted reproductiv…

BackgroundMinimally invasive hysterectomy with sentinel lymph node (SLN) mapping is standard for early-stage endometrial cancer, but comparative real-world data on robot-assisted (RAH) versus conventional laparoscopy (TLH) remain limited. T…

Methylglyoxal (MG) is a reactive dicarbonyl compound generated mainly as a byproduct of glycolysis. Excess accumulation of MG can promote protein glycation and the formation of advanced glycation end-products (AGEs), which have been associa…

Granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (G-CSF) has been suggested as a supplementary approach for endometrial preparation in IVF. Clinical results continue to be inconsistent. This narrative review synthesises molecular and clinical informat…

Managing women with diminished ovarian reserve for in vitro fertilization (IVF) is challenging, often resulting in low oocyte yield and cycle failures. We hypothesize that coupling in vitro fertilization (IVF) with rescue in vitro maturatio…

Endometriosis is a multifaceted gynecological disorder defined by endometrium-like tissue outside the uterine cavity. It is mainly localized in the pelvis and creates a local inflammatory environment responsible for its manifestations and c…

Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) are exogenous compounds that interfere with the endocrine system by mimicking or blocking the action of endogenous hormones such as estrogens, androgens, and thyroid hormones. This systematic review aim…

The study of the microbiome has rapidly progressed over the past few decades, capturing the interest of both scientists and the general public. Nevertheless, there is still no widely agreed-upon definition for the term "microbiome" despite …

A eutopic endometrium in endometriosis shows altered immune responses, including abnormalities of NK cells and expression of plasma cells, related to reproductive issues. This study investigated the counts of CD56-positive NK cells and CD13…

Endometriosis afflicts 10% of women in their reproductive years and nearly half of women with infertility, and its etiology is not yet clear. Pharmacological therapy is generally based on progestins like progestogen. This drug binds to prog…

Obesity affects female reproductive performance by impairing the ovarian and uterine environments. Using a diet-induced obesity mouse model, we examined whether a high-fat diet (HFD) regimen affects the gene expression profile in ovarian gr…

DNA methylation is a well-studied epigenetic modification that regulates gene expression, maintains genome integrity, and influences cell fate. It is strictly regulated by a group of enzymes known as DNA methyltransferases (DNMTs). Most DNA…

Dysmenorrhea, or painful menstruation, is one of the most prevalent conditions among adolescents and young females globally, significantly affecting academic performance, quality of life, and social interactions. Despite its high prevalence…