Understanding Peritoneal Fluid Estrogen and Progesterone Concentrations Permits Individualization of Medical Treatment of Endometriosis-Associated Pain with Lower Doses, Especially in Adolescents Not Requiring Contraception.
Objectives: The aim of this study was to review the importance of peritoneal fluid steroid hormone concentrations to understand the mechanism of hormonal medical treatment of endometriosis-associated pain. Design: The …
Impact of endocrine disruptors on female fertility: an update.
Endocrine disruptors (EDs) are a heterogeneous group of natural or synthetic chemicals capable of interfering with hormonal regulation. Widely present in plastics, cosmetics, pesticides, food packaging, and household products, they …
From menses to ovulation: the immunomodulatory role of monocyte cytokines in menstrual cycle physiology and reproductive health - a narrative review.
Monocytes, as essential components of the immune system, play a pivotal role in regulating immune responses throughout the menstrual cycle. Their cytokine secretion is integral to immune modulation, influencing processes …
Using systems biology and drug repositioning approaches to discover FDA-approved drugs candidates for endometriosis treatment.
Endometriosis is characterized by the presence of endometrial tissue outside the uterine cavity. The administration of drugs designated for this condition has significant adverse effects, such as signs of estrogen …
Natural Pregnancy Following Oocyte Retrieval in a Luteal-Phase Progestin-Primed Ovarian Stimulation (PPOS) Protocol With Concurrent Blastocyst Cryopreservation: A Case Report.
Ovarian stimulation is used in assisted reproductive technology to help infertile couples achieve pregnancy. Luteal-phase stimulation with progestin-primed ovarian stimulation (PPOS) is a practical approach, as it involves oral medication …