The vaginal microbiome is a distinct component of the human microbiome that is colonized
by a wide variety of microorganisms. Lactobacilli are the most frequently identified …

Differences in the cervicovaginal microbiota are associated with spontaneous preterm birth
(sPTB), a significant cause of infant morbidity and mortality. Although establishing a direct …

Vaginal dysbiosis can lead to serious infections in asymptomatic women. Lactobacillus
probiotics (LBPs) are being investigated as a promising therapy for reversing vaginal …

The composition of the vaginal microbiome may lead to adverse pregnancy outcomes.
Normal pregnancy is associated with changes in the vaginal bacterial community …

The predominance of vaginal Lactobacillus species, specifically L. crispatus, is important for
pregnancy maintenance, but varies by race. The composition of the vaginal microbiome can …

The function of vaginal microbiota biofilms in pregnancy and birth outcomes is actively
pursued area of research. Recent research implies that vaginal microbiota plays a crucial …

Background: Ureaplasma species are considered commensals of the adult urogenital tract.
Yet, in pregnancy, Ureaplasma parvum and Ureaplasma urealyticum have been associated …

Dysbiotic vaginal microbiota (DVM) disturb the vaginal environment, including pH,
metabolite, protein, and cytokine profiles. This study investigated the impact of DVM on the …

Background Preterm birth is the leading cause of neonatal mortality and morbidity.
Microbiome dysbiosis in the mother and infant may contribute to their adverse outcomes …

Background: The rates of major neonatal morbidities, such as bronchopulmonary dysplasia,
necrotizing enterocolitis, preterm white matter disease, and retinopathy of prematurity …