Crosstalk between the Resident Microbiota and the Immune Cells Regulates Female Genital Tract Health
The female genital tract (FGT) performs several functions related to reproduction, but due to its direct exposure to the external environment, it may suffer microbial infections. Both the upper (uterus and cervix) and lower (vagina) FGT are covered by an epithelium, and contain immune cells (macrophages, dendritic cells, T and B lymphocytes) that afford a robust protection to the host. Its upper and the lower part differ in terms of Lactobacillus spp., which are dominant in the vagina. An alteration of the physiological equilibrium between the local microbiota and immune cells leads to a condition of dysbiosis which, in turn, may account for the outcome of FGT infection. Aerobic vaginitis, bacterial vaginosis, and Chlamydia trachomatis are the most frequent infections, and can lead to severe complications in reproduction and pregnancy. The use of natural products, such as probiotics, polyphenols, and lactoferrin in the course of FGT infections is an issue of current investigation. In spite of positive results, more research is needed to define the most appropriate administration, according to the type of patient.
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E-Artikel |
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2023 |
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2023 |
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Zur Gesamtaufnahme - volume:13 |
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Life (Basel, Switzerland) - 13(2023), 7 vom: 09. Juli |
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Englisch |
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| Beteiligte Personen: |
Santacroce, Luigi [VerfasserIn] |
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Date Revised 01.08.2023 published: Electronic Citation Status PubMed-not-MEDLINE |
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10.3390/life13071531 |
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