Pelvic Macrophages in Normal and Infertile Women

Jouko Halme, Susanne Becker, Mary Hammond, Shailaja Raj
In: Obstetrical & Gynecological Survey · 1982 · vol. 37(10) , pp. 636–637 · doi:10.1097/00006254-198210000-00016 · W1979335968
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This study analyzed potential cyclic changes in pelvic fluid and macrophage population in fertile versus infertile women, finding higher macrophage numbers in infertile women, with or without endometriosis.

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This study analyzed peritoneal fluid to compare macrophage populations and fluid volume between fertile women and infertile women, including those with endometriosis. The researchers assessed potential cyclic changes in these parameters to determine their association with reproductive health status. Data indicated that the number of macrophages in peritoneal fluid was higher in infertile women, regardless of whether they had endometriosis or not. Activated macrophages are postulated to negatively impact fertility through phagocytosis or cytotoxic effects on gametes. Relevance to endometriosis: listed as one indication for GnRH antagonists, though the paper's main focus is uterine fibroids.

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A recent report states that the number of macrophages in peritoneal fluid is higher in infertile women, with or without endometriosis, than it is in fertile women. Activated macrophages are postulated to affect fertility by phagocytosis or cytotoxic effects on the gamete. In the present study, which represents a portion of an ongoing study of peritoneal factors in infertility, the authors report the analysis of data assessing potential cyclic changes in pelvic fluid volume and macrophage population in normal fertile women, as compared to infertile women, including patients with endometriosis.
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GYNECOLOGY: TUMORS, INCLUDING ENDOMETRIOSIS: PDF Only Pelvic Macrophages in Normal and Infertile Women The Role of Patent Tubes - JOUKO HALME - SUSANNE BECKER - MARY G. HAMMOND - SHAILAJA RAJ Obstetrical & Gynecological Survey 37(10):p 636-637, October 1982. A recent report states that the number of macrophages in peritoneal fluid is higher in infertile women, with or without endometriosis, than it is in fertile women. Activated macrophages are postulated to affect fertility by phagocytosis or cytotoxic effects on the gamete. In the present study, which represents a portion of an ongoing study of peritoneal factors in infertility, the authors report the analysis of data assessing potential cyclic changes in pelvic fluid volume and macrophage population in normal fertile women, as compared to infertile women, including patients with endometriosis. Copyright © Williams & Wilkins 1982. All Rights Reserved.

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