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Cloning of 16S rRNA genes amplified from normal and disturbed vaginal microflora suggests a strong association between Atopobium vaginae, Gardnerella vaginalis and bacterial vaginosis.
BMC microbiology - 21 Apr 2004
Verhelst Rita, Verstraelen Hans, Claeys Geert, Verschraegen Gerda, Delanghe Joris, Van Simaey Leen, De Ganck Catharine, Temmerman Marleen, Vaneechoutte Mario
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BACKGROUND: The pathogenesis of bacterial vaginosis remains largely elusive, although some microorganisms, including Gardnerella vaginalis, are suspected of playing a role in the etiology of this disorder. Recently culture-independent analysis of microbial ecosystems has proven its efficacy in characterizing the diversity of bacterial populations. Here, we report on the results obtained by combining culture and...
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