To describe reproductive outcomes and clinical safety considerations associated with assisted reproductive technology (ART) in women with a history of surgically treated catamenial pneumothorax (thoracic endometriosis syndrome).
The reproductive tract microbiome plays a pivotal role in female fertility, with Lactobacillus-dominated communities maintaining a protective, low-pH environment. Dysbiosis-characterized by a reduction in Lactobacillus species and overgrowth of anaerobes-is …
Pharmacogenetics is an emerging discipline that explores how genetic variants affect drug response, potentially leading to side effects or treatment failure. Although widely applied in other medical specialties, its use …
Systemic isotretinoin remains the most effective therapy for severe acne and is increasingly prescribed off-label for milder disease and other sebaceous disorders such as rosacea, seborrhea, folliculitis decalvans, and hidradenitis …
From an immunological perspective, infertility mechanisms encompass not only fertilization but also implantation, as well as both early and late pregnancy loss. Growing attention is being directed towards the influence …
Endometriosis is a common, benign, chronic inflammatory disease with multiple consequences, from chronic pain to systemic comorbidities and poor quality of life. As it usually affects people of reproductive age, …
Endometriomas are a common manifestation of endometriosis in women of reproductive age and pose a clinical challenge due to their association with pain, infertility, and compromised ovarian reserve. Surgical removal …
The management of infertility in women with bowel endometriosis remains a significant clinical challenge. The two primary therapeutic approaches include first-line medically assisted reproduction (MAR) and primary bowel surgery, with …
Normal uterine function depends on cyclical regeneration and the capacity to sustain pregnancy. A cesarean incision represents an injury to this remarkable organ. Although the uterus possesses exceptional healing potential, …
Human infertility represents a multifaceted condition, with oxidative stress (OS) and microRNAs (miRNAs) emerging as key contributors to its pathophysiology. This comprehensive review explores the complex interplay between reactive oxygen …