Inflammatory cytokines IL-6, IL-10, IL-13, TNF-α and peritoneal fluid flora were associated with infertility in patients with endometriosis
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What was studied?
The study investigated the relationship between inflammatory markers (IL-6, IL-10, IL-13, and TNF-α), the composition of bacterial flora in peritoneal fluid, and infertility in patients with endometriosis.
Who was studied?
The participants included 55 patients diagnosed with endometriosis and infertility (observation group) attending a Gynecology Clinic from June 2014 to July 2017 and 30 individuals without endometriosis or infertility issues (control group).
What were the most important findings?
The study found elevated white cell counts (monocytes, neutrophils, eosinophils, and basophils) and higher levels of inflammatory cytokines (IL-6, IL-10, IL-13, and TNF-α) in the peritoneal fluid of endometriosis patients with infertility compared to controls. A significant correlation between these inflammatory markers and endometriosis associated with infertility was also established.
What are the greatest implications of this study?
The study implies that inflammatory factors in peritoneal fluid play a crucial role in the pathophysiology of infertility associated with endometriosis. These findings suggest that inflammatory cytokines (IL-6, IL-10, IL-13, and TNF-α) could serve as significant biomarkers for diagnosing and understanding the mechanisms of endometriosis-related infertility.