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

The microbiome has been proven to be associated with many diseases and has been used
as a biomarker and target in disease prevention and intervention. Currently, the vital role of …

Changes in the female genital tract microbiome are consistently correlated to gynecological
and obstetrical pathologies, and tract dysbiosis can impact reproductive outcomes during …

Purpose The aim of this review is to gather the available research focusing on female genital
tract (FGT) microbiome. Research question focuses in decipher which is the role of FGT …

STUDY QUESTION Does endometrium harbour functionally active microorganisms and
whether the microbial composition differs between proliferative and mid-secretory phases …

Current knowledge suggests that the uterus harbours its own microbiota, where the
microbes could influence the uterine functions in health and disease; however, the core …

There is growing evidence that the upper female genital tract is not sterile, harbouring its
own microbial communities. However, the significance and the potential effect of …

The female reproductive tract hosts a specific microbiome, which plays a crucial role in
sustaining equilibrium and good health. In the majority of reproductive women, the …

Pregnancy is established during the periconceptional period as a continuum beginning with
blastocyst attachment to the endometrial epithelial surface followed by embryo invasion and …

Recent studies have demonstrated that the uterus has its own microbiota. However, there is
no consensus on endometrial microbiota composition, thus its role in the healthy uterine …