The dogma of the sterile uterus revisited: does microbial seeding occur during fetal life in humans and animals?

P Banchi, B Colitti, G Opsomer, A Rota… - …, 2024 - rep.bioscientifica.com
In brief Opposing conclusions have been drawn regarding the presence of viable bacteria in
the healthy pregnant uterus. Current evidence in humans and animals suggests that …

The reproductive microbiome in dogs: Friend or foe?

P Banchi, L Spanoghe, D Maes, J Morrell… - The Veterinary …, 2024 - Elsevier
The microbiome of the reproductive tract is an area of research in full development.
Specifically, the microbiome may be involved in reproductive health, disease, and …

Microbial Profiling of Amniotic Fluid, Umbilical Blood and Placenta of the Foaling Mare

E Hemberg, A Niazi, Y Guo, VJ Debnár, B Vincze… - Animals, 2023 - mdpi.com
Simple Summary Although previously the placenta was assumed to be sterile, with microbes
only being present in association with pathology, recent studies have suggested that this …

Bacteria in Normal Canine Milk Analyzed by Blood Agar Medium

SS Kolasinac, L Moe, V Rootwelt, H Sørum - Animals, 2023 - mdpi.com
Simple Summary Albeit being crucial for survival of offspring, milk in the canine species is
relatively poorly investigated. Normal milk microbiota is a proven and important source of …

Aerobic Vaginal Microflora in Gestational and Non-Gestational Bitches (Canis lupus familiaris)

RA Pop, I Vasiu, G Meroni, PA Martino, R Dąbrowski… - Animals, 2024 - mdpi.com
Simple Summary Commensal bacteria in the vaginal canal are vital to reproductive health.
Infertility or severe urinary tract infections may result from vaginal dysbiosis. This research …

Prevalence and antimicrobial resistance trends among vaginal bacteria isolates from pregnant bitches

N Tešin, I Stančić, D Tekić, A Ačanski… - … in Domestic Animals, 2024 - Wiley Online Library
Many of the reproductive tract infections in the bitches are caused by bacteria that can
normally be present on the vaginal mucosa. These bacteria also might have an important …

The importance of the intestinal microbiota in humans and dogs in the neonatal period

S Beretta, M Apparicio, GH Toniollo… - Animal Reproduction, 2023 - SciELO Brasil
The neonatal period represents a critical stage for the establishment and development of the
gut microbiota, which profoundly influences the future health trajectory of individuals. This …