The human microbiome project has shown a remarkable diversity of microbial ecology
within the human body. The vaginal microbiota is unique in that in many women it is most …

Persistent infection with oncogenic human papillomavirus (HPV) is necessary but not
sufficient for the development of cervical cancer. The factors promoting persistence as well …

The vaginal microbiota has great significance in maintaining vaginal health and protecting
the host from disease. Recent advances in molecular techniques and informatics allow …

The vaginal microbiota has importance in preserving vaginal health and defending the host
against disease. The advent of new molecular techniques and computer science has …

Abstract Purpose of Review This review will outline the multilevel effects of biological sex on
HIV acquisition, pathogenesis, treatment response, and prospects for cure. Potential …

Cervicovaginal microbiota play a critical role in women's health and reproductive outcomes.
Despite being one of the simplest commensal bacterial communities in the human body, we …

Objective Lactobacillus dominates the lower genital tract microbiota of many women,
producing a low vaginal pH, and is important for healthy pregnancy outcomes and protection …

The female reproductive tract harbors a unique microbiome, especially the vagina. The
human vaginal microbiome exhibits a low diversity and is dominated by Lactobacillus …

The last estimated annual incidence of Trichomonas vaginalis worldwide exceeds that of
chlamydia and gonorrhea combined. This critical review updates the state of the art on …

Objectives Prior studies suggest that the composition of the vaginal microbiome may
positively or negatively affect susceptibility to sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and …