The interplay between immune system and microbiota in gynecological diseases: a narrative review.

CONCLUSIONS: The interplay between microbiota and the host closely involves the immune system. In particular, the vaginal microbiota is classically characterized by Lactobacilli even if vaginal microbiome of asymptomatic woman of reproductive age includes multiple aerobic and facultative or obligate anaerobic species. The role of microbiota and immune system in determining gynecological and obstetric events has been studied throughout recent years reaching new advancements. Therefore, additional studies are needed to better comprehend the complexity of the issue. PMID: 32495903 [PubMed - in process]
Source: European Review for Medical and Pharmacological Sciences - Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci Source Type: research