Endometriosis, infertility and MicroRNA's: A review

Mohummad Hasan Raza Raja; Nida Farooqui; Nadeem Zuberi; Mussarat Ashraf; Arfa Azhar; Rozeena Baig; Bisma Badar; Rehana Rehman

doi:10.1016/j.jogoh.2021.102157

Endometriosis, infertility and MicroRNA's: A review

Mohummad Hasan Raza Raja, Nida Farooqui, Nadeem Zuberi, Mussarat Ashraf, Arfa Azhar, Rozeena Baig, Bisma Badar, Rehana Rehman

Journal of gynecology obstetrics and human reproduction · 2021 · vol. 50(9) , pp. 102157 · doi:10.1016/j.jogoh.2021.102157 · PMID:33957270 · W3158159546

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This review examines the complex relationship between endometriosis, infertility, and the role of microRNAs in their pathogenesis and potential therapeutic targeting.

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Endometriosis Infertility, Female MicroRNAs Oxidative Stress Biomarkers Biomarkers Endometriosis Female Genetic Predisposition to Disease Humans Infertility, Female Oxidative Stress

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[12] Early Endometriosis in Females Is Directed by Immune-Mediated Estrogen Receptor α and IL-6 Cross-Talk via openalex

[13] Endometriosis via openalex

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[34] Physical activity and endometriosis risk in women with infertility or pain via openalex

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