Bacterial vaginosis, pelvic inflammatory disease, and endometritis are infections of the
genital tract that can lead to many adverse health outcomes, including infertility. Bacterial …

BACKGROUND Endometriosis is a chronic, burdensome condition that is historically
understudied. Consequently, there is a lack of understanding of the etiology of the disease …

Studies suggest that persisting intrauterine bacterial infectious conditions such as chronic
endometritis potentially impair the embryo implantation process. The microbial environment …

Research question What is the prevalence of disrupted markers of endometrial function
among women experiencing recurrent implantation failure (RIF), and does the prevalence …

Background Bacterial infections are usually suspected in infertile couples seeking IVF with
no clear understanding of the microbial compositions present in the seminal fluids and …

Although Lactobacillus crispatus–dominated vaginal microbiotas are thought to protect
against bacterial vaginosis (BV) and sexually transmitted infections, the role of Lactobacillus …

Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is characterized by a reduction in Lactobacillus (L.) spp. abundance
and increased abundance of facultative anaerobes, such as Gardnerella spp. BV aetiology …

Recent advances in molecular microbiology have enabled refined studies of the genital tract
microbiota. This constitutes the basis of the present updated systematic review and meta …

Background Women of childbearing age are commonly affected by bacterial vaginosis (BV).
Maternal–fetal outcomes associated with BV during pregnancy can be fatal for both the …

The endometrial microbiota composition may be associated with implantation success.
However, a 'core'composition has not yet been defined. This exploratory study analysed the …