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The immunotherapy era in ovarian clear cell carcinoma: current evidence and future perspective.

Ovarian clear cell carcinoma (OCCC) is a rare, aggressive epithelial ovarian cancer subtype, accounting for approximately 10% of cases and associated with a poor prognosis due to chemoresistance and unique …

Endometriosis - on the intersection of modern environmental pollutants and ancient genetic regulatory variants.

Endometriosis is a chronic, estrogen-driven inflammatory disorder affecting approximately 10% of reproductive-aged women globally. Despite increasing genomic insights into advanced-stage disease, the genetic underpinnings of early-stage endometriosis remain poorly understood, …

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances exposure and endometriosis risk: Evidence from epidemiologic, network toxicology, and molecular docking.

Although per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) exposure has been linked to endometriosis, this association remains controversial, and the underlying mechanisms are unclear. This study aimed to investigate this relationship and …

The Evolution of In Vitro Fertilization Practices in Saudi Arabia: Historical Perspectives and Future Directions.

In vitro fertilization (IVF) has revolutionized assisted reproductive technologies (ART), profoundly transforming infertility treatment since its inception. This procedure involves fertilizing an egg with sperm in a controlled laboratory environment, …

Mechanistic decoding of triclosan-induced endometriosis via network toxicology, Mendelian randomization, and molecular docking.

Associations of PFAS exposure with obstetric and birth outcomes in the Japan Environment and Children's Study (JECS): Is maternal endometriosis an effect modifier?

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are reportedly associated with adverse obstetric outcomes, including premature labor and gestational diabetes. We aimed to evaluate associations of maternal PFAS exposure with obstetric and …

TET3-overexpressing macrophages are a unifying pathogenic feature with therapeutic potential in chronic inflammatory diseases.

Increased activation of the NLRP3 inflammasome in immune cells, including macrophages, has been implicated in the pathogenesis of multiple chronic inflammatory diseases. Targeted depletion of macrophages has been explored as …

Effect of kisspeptin, neurokinin, and dynorphin neurons on regulation of reproduction.

Gonadotropin-releasing hormone pulsatility is under the influence of hypothalamic neuropeptides, especially neurons expressing kisspeptin, neurokinin B, and dynorphin. These hypothalamic cells are called KNDy neurons. By integrating hormonal and environmental …

Lactate-mediated immune suppression and MDSC expansion in endometriosis: Mechanisms and nanoparticle-targeted therapies.

Endometriosis, a chronic gynecological disorder characterized by the ectopic growth of endometrial-like tissue, is associated with severe pelvic pain, infertility, and profound immune dysregulation. Despite advances in hormonal therapy and …

MicroRNAs Regulating Oxidative Stress in Human Fertility: A Narrative Review of Mechanistic Insights and Clinical 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 …