Endometrial microbiome: sampling, assessment, and possible impact on embryo implantation

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There is growing interest on the potential clinical relevance of the endometrial microbiome. However, insufficient attention has been given to the methodology of sampling. To minimize contamination, we advocate the use of the double-lumen catheters commonly employed for the embryo transfer. Endometrial fluid samples obtained from 53 women scheduled for IVF were studied for microbiome characterization. Control...

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