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Vaginal microbiomes and ovarian cancer: a review.

Year: 2020

Type: article

Abstract: The human microbiome, often termed as "the forgotten organ", is an aggregation of microorganisms and their genomes that forms a mutualistic complex with the host. Recent research has shown the symbiotic merits of a microbiome ecosystem and its crucial role in the hosts' physiological functions. Disruption of this symbiotic relationship is prone to cause a broad spectrum of ailments, including cancer. The compositional and environmental factors that tip the scales from beneficial co-existence to the development of malignancy is actively investigated. Herein we review the latest research in knowledge regarding the association between the vaginal microbiomes and oncogenesis, with a particular focus on ovarian carcinoma.

Source: PubMed Central

Authors: Jinyun Xu, Jing-Jie Peng, Wenqing Yang, Kun Fu, Yu Zhang

Institutions: Central South University, Xiangya Hospital Central South University

Language: English

Topic: Reproductive tract infections research

Subfield: Microbiology

Field: Immunology and Microbiology

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W3014300728

FWCI: 4.649

Cites: 92

Cited by: 37

Related to: 10