Phosphatase and tensin homolog deficiency induces M2 macrophage polarization by promoting glycolytic activity in endometrial stromal cells.
Endometriosis is a common gynecological disorder, whose pathogenesis remains incompletely understood. Macrophages, a key type of immune cell, are pivotal in the context of endometriosis. This study seeks to explore …
MCP-1 promotes ILK phosphorylation at Ser246 during endometriosis development and affects the pregnancy outcome.
In women with endometriosis, monocyte chemoattractant protein 1 (MCP-1) or chemokine (C-C motif) ligand 2 (CCL2) is elevated in serum, peritoneal fluid, and endometriotic lesions, though its exact role in …
Maternal autoimmune diseases and the risk of tics and Tourette's disorder in offspring: insights from Taiwan's real-world data.
Currently, tics and Tourette's disorder are burdensome neurological disorders that manifest in vocal and motor tics with onset during childhood. Previous studies have demonstrated that maternal autoimmune diseases may cause …
Vitamin D in Reproductive Health Disorders: A Narrative Review Focusing on Infertility, Endometriosis, and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome.
Vitamin D (VD) is a fat-soluble steroid hormone with essential physiological functions beyond calcium and bone metabolism. In recent years, its role in women's reproductive health has gained attention, influencing …
Unilateral ureteral endometriosis masquerading as a ureteral tumor and resulting in complete loss of renal function: A case report.
Ureteral endometriosis is a rare manifestation of endometriosis that involves the infiltration of endometrial tissue into the ureters, leading to ureteral obstruction and potential renal dysfunction. However, its preoperative diagnosis …