OBJECTIVE: This study investigated the therapeutic effects and mechanisms of IL-17A neutralisation on renal interstitial fibrosis and inflammation in spontaneously hypertensive rats (SHRs). METHODS: SHRs were treated with an IL-17A-neutral…
Recent studies have highlighted the crucial role of mechanical properties in the ovarian microenvironment for ovarian function. However, the mechanisms that cause ovarian matrix stiffening during aging remain incompletely understood. Here w…
Traditional view holds that the uterus is a sterile environment. However, with the increased development of molecular biology technologies, this classical theory has been re-examined. Increasing evidence shows that a low-biomass, uniquely s…
Polypoid endometriosis (PEM) is a rare and distinctive variant of endometriosis, with ectopic endometrium presenting as a polypoid appearance. Due to the irregular shape of the mass on imaging, accompanied by obvious blood flow signals and …
The ovary is a crucial gonadal organ that supports female reproductive and endocrine functions. Ovarian aging can result in decreased fertility and dysfunction across multiple organs. Research has demonstrated that cellular senescence in va…
Limited understanding exists regarding how aging impacts the cellular and molecular aspects of the human ovary. This study combines single-cell RNA sequencing and spatial transcriptomics to systematically characterize human ovarian aging. S…
STUDY QUESTION: Does cancer itself, before any gonadotoxic treatment, affect ovarian function in reproductive-aged patients? SUMMARY ANSWER: Our study revealed that women with cancer may have decreased ovarian reserve markers even before c…
The high rate of SARS-CoV-2 infection poses a serious threat to public health. Previous studies have suggested that SARS-CoV-2 can infect human ovary, the core organ of the female reproductive system. However, it remains unclear which type …