09 Dec Uterine Microbiome Plays Key Role in IVF Success
MedicalResearch.com Interview with:
Dr. Carlos Simón
Carlos Simón, M.D., Ph. D.
Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology. Valencia University, Spain
Scientific Director, Igenomix SL.
Adjunct Clinical Professor, Department of Ob/Gyn, Stanford University, CA
Adjunct Professor, Department of Ob/Gyn, Baylor College of Medicine, TX
MedicalResearch.com: What is the background for this study? What are the main findings?
Response: The main findings of this study reside in the concept that the uterine cavity, which has been classically considered as a sterile organ, possess its own microbiome and that the composition of this uterine microbiome have a functional impact on the reproductive outcome of IVF patients.
MedicalResearch.com: What should readers take away from your report?
Response: Low abundance of Lactobacilli in the endometrium is associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes, even if those patients had a receptive endometrium.
MedicalResearch.com: What recommendations do you have for future research as a result of this study?
Response: There is still a long way for the study of the endometrial microbiome not only at the bacterial level but also related to viruses and yeasts.
MedicalResearch.com: Is there anything else you would like to add?
Response: This is a new approach for the improvement of assisted reproductive techniques that can add valuable information for the management of those IVF patients with recurrent implantation failure or pregnancy loss.
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Last Updated on December 9, 2016 by Marie Benz MD FAAD