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Tulić L, Tulić I, Stojnić J, Bila J, Vuković Ž, Kotlica B. Different doses of recombinant FSH and determining parameters of oxidative stress. J Med Biochem 2024; 43:219-225. [PMID: 38699703 PMCID: PMC11062336 DOI: 10.5937/jomb0-46156] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/15/2023] [Accepted: 09/01/2023] [Indexed: 05/05/2024] Open
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Background This study aimed to examine if there is a connection between recombinant FSH dose and OS parameters in serum and the impact on IVF outcome. Methods This study consisted of 101 participants that went through IVF procedures. Parameter that were tested are SOD, SH groups and MDA. Serum samples were drawn before stimulation and on the last day of ovarian stimulation. Results Two groups were formed according to the dose of gonadotropins (rFSH). In both groups there were no significant differences in live-birth rate and miscarriage. In both groups mean serum MDA and SH-groups were significantly higher after ovarian stimulation, but mean serum SOD was significantly lower when compared to values before stimulation. There were less patients without OS before stimulation. Conclusions Our results suggest that there is a difference in serum concentration in groups SOD, SH groups and MDA at the beginning and at the end ovarian stimulation. On the other hand, dose of rFSH is not related with change of parameters for oxidative stress, quality of oocytes, embryos, fertilization, pregnancies, and miscarriage rate. Patients without oxidative stress before the IVF procedure needed lower doses of gonadotropins during stimulation.
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- Lidija Tulić
- University of Belgrade, School of Medicine, Clinical Center of Serbia, Clinic for Gynecology and Obstetrics, Department of In Vitro Fertilization, Belgrade
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- University of Belgrade, School of Medicine, Clinical Center of Serbia, Clinic for Gynecology and Obstetrics, Department of In Vitro Fertilization, Belgrade
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- University of Belgrade, School of Medicine, Clinical Center of Serbia, Clinic for Gynecology and Obstetrics, Department of In Vitro Fertilization, Belgrade
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- University of Belgrade, School of Medicine, Clinical Center of Serbia, Clinic for Gynecology and Obstetrics, Department of In Vitro Fertilization, Belgrade
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- Clinical Center of Serbia, Clinic for Gynecology and Obstetrics, Belgrade
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- University of Belgrade, School of Medicine, Belgrade
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Kaltsas A, Zikopoulos A, Moustakli E, Zachariou A, Tsirka G, Tsiampali C, Palapela N, Sofikitis N, Dimitriadis F. The Silent Threat to Women's Fertility: Uncovering the Devastating Effects of Oxidative Stress. Antioxidants (Basel) 2023; 12:1490. [PMID: 37627485 PMCID: PMC10451552 DOI: 10.3390/antiox12081490] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2023] [Revised: 07/18/2023] [Accepted: 07/24/2023] [Indexed: 08/27/2023] Open
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Oxidative stress (OS), which arises through an imbalance between the formation of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and antioxidant defenses, plays a key role in the pathophysiology of female infertility, with the latter constituting just one of a number of diseases linked to OS as a potential cause. The aim of the present article is to review the literature regarding the association between OS and female infertility. Among the reproductive diseases considered are endometriosis and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), while environmental pollutants, lifestyle variables, and underlying medical conditions possibly resulting in OS are additionally examined. Current evidence points to OS likely contributing to the pathophysiology of the above reproductive disorders, with the amount of damage done by OS being influenced by such variables as duration and severity of exposure and the individual's age and genetic predisposition. Also discussed are the processes via which OS may affect female fertility, these including DNA damage and mitochondrial dysfunction. Finally, the last section of the manuscript contains an evaluation of treatment options, including antioxidants and lifestyle modification, capable of minimizing OS in infertile women. The prime message underlined by this review is the importance of considering OS in the diagnosis and treatment of female infertility. Further studies are, nevertheless required to identify the best treatment regimen and its ideal duration.
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- Aris Kaltsas
- Department of Urology, Faculty of Medicine, School of Health Sciences, University of Ioannina, 45110 Ioannina, Greece; (A.K.); (A.Z.); (A.Z.); (N.S.)
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- Department of Urology, Faculty of Medicine, School of Health Sciences, University of Ioannina, 45110 Ioannina, Greece; (A.K.); (A.Z.); (A.Z.); (N.S.)
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- Laboratory of Medical Genetics in Clinical Practice, Faculty of Medicine, School of Health Sciences, University of Ioannina, 45110 Ioannina, Greece; (E.M.); (G.T.)
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- Department of Urology, Faculty of Medicine, School of Health Sciences, University of Ioannina, 45110 Ioannina, Greece; (A.K.); (A.Z.); (A.Z.); (N.S.)
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- Laboratory of Medical Genetics in Clinical Practice, Faculty of Medicine, School of Health Sciences, University of Ioannina, 45110 Ioannina, Greece; (E.M.); (G.T.)
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- Medical Faculty, Medical University of Sofia, 1431 Sofia, Bulgaria;
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- Department of Urology, Faculty of Medicine, School of Health Sciences, University of Ioannina, 45110 Ioannina, Greece; (A.K.); (A.Z.); (A.Z.); (N.S.)
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- Department of Urology, Faculty of Medicine, School of Health Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 54124 Thessaloniki, Greece
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De Cosmi V, Cipriani S, Esposito G, Fedele F, La Vecchia I, Trojano G, Parazzini F, Somigliana E, Agostoni C. Vitamin and Carotenoid Intake and Outcomes of In Vitro Fertilization in Women Referring to an Italian Fertility Service: A Cross-Sectional Analysis of a Prospective Cohort Study. Antioxidants (Basel) 2023; 12:antiox12020286. [PMID: 36829847 PMCID: PMC9952543 DOI: 10.3390/antiox12020286] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2022] [Revised: 01/23/2023] [Accepted: 01/25/2023] [Indexed: 01/31/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Nutrition may impact reproductive health and fertility potential. The role of dietary antioxidants in affecting conception and birth outcomes is a topic of emerging interest. METHODS This cross-sectional analysis from a prospective cohort study aims to explore the relationship between the intake of antioxidants, vitamins, and carotenoids and the outcomes of assisted reproduction techniques. Information on the socio-demographic characteristics, health histories, lifestyle habits, and diet information of subfertile couples referred to a fertility center was obtained. RESULTS A total of 494 women were enrolled. According to the four IVF outcomes considered, 95% of women achieved good quality oocytes, 87% achieved embryo transfer, 32.0% achieved clinical pregnancies, and 24.5% achieved pregnancy at term. Associations were found between age and the number of good quality oocytes (p = 0.02). A moderate level of physical activity in the prior 5 years was associated with a better rate of achieving clinical pregnancy (p = 0.03). Smoking habits, alcohol intake, and caffeine consumption did not show associations with any outcome. No associations were found, even after accounting for potential confounders, with the intake of vitamins C, D, E, and α-carotene, β-carotene, beta-cryptoxanthin, lutein, and folate. CONCLUSION Further research is needed to understand how antioxidant intake may have a role in modulating fertility.
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- Valentina De Cosmi
- Department of Clinical Sciences and Community Health, Università degli Studi di Milano, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Fondazione IRCCS Ca’ Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, 20122 Milano, Italy
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- Department of Clinical Sciences and Community Health, Università degli Studi di Milano, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Clinical Sciences and Community Health, Università degli Studi di Milano, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- Infertility Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca’ Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, 20122 Milano, Italy
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- Department of Maternal and Child Health, “Madonna delle Grazie” Hospital ASM, 75100 Matera, Italy
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- Department of Clinical Sciences and Community Health, Università degli Studi di Milano, 20122 Milan, Italy
- Correspondence:
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- Infertility Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca’ Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, 20122 Milano, Italy
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- Department of Clinical Sciences and Community Health, Università degli Studi di Milano, 20122 Milan, Italy
- SC Pediatria-Immunoreumatologia, Fondazione IRCCS Ca’ Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, 20122 Milan, Italy
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Oxidative Stress and Human Ovarian Response—From Somatic Ovarian Cells to Oocytes Damage: A Clinical Comprehensive Narrative Review. Antioxidants (Basel) 2022; 11:antiox11071335. [PMID: 35883826 PMCID: PMC9311552 DOI: 10.3390/antiox11071335] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2022] [Revised: 07/03/2022] [Accepted: 07/05/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Basic scientific research on human reproduction and oxidative damage has been extensively performed; however, a more clinical view is still lacking. As a result, exhaustive data on the influence of oxidative stress on human ovarian response and, consequently, on fertility are still lacking. This narrative review aims at summarizing the role of oxidative stress in different conditions associated to female infertility and to list some of the main antioxidant agents. A systematic literature search was performed in May 2022 to retrieve studies regarding the oxidative stress and the human ovarian response from somatic ovarian cells to oocytes damage. Only human studies were included and the authors focused their review, in particular, on clinical implications in order to define a new research perspective on the assessment of any eventual strategy to preserve women’s fertility. Thereby, the authors evaluated the contribution of DNA repair pathways in improving women’s fertility by reducing the DNA damage associated with aging or diseases, such as endometriosis or polycystic ovary syndrome, and eventually, in prolonging the reproductive lifespan after cancer treatment.
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Ansariniya H, Yavari A, Javaheri A, Zare F. Oxidative stress-related effects on various aspects of endometriosis. Am J Reprod Immunol 2022; 88:e13593. [PMID: 35781369 DOI: 10.1111/aji.13593] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2022] [Revised: 06/14/2022] [Accepted: 06/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Endometriosis is a chronic and relatively common disease in women of childbearing age. Complications of this disease include a wide range of disorders. The cause of this disease is not known for sure, but several hypotheses have been proposed for it. In this disease, the entry of endometrial tissues into the peritoneal cavity causes oxidative stress through the Fenton reaction and inflammation in this site. Oxidative stress can be associated with many complications of endometriosis. In this review, an attempt has been made to discuss the effects of oxidative stress on various complications of this disease. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.
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- Hossein Ansariniya
- Department of Immunology, School of Medicine, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.,Reproductive Immunology Research Center, Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd, Iran
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- Reproductive Immunology Research Center, Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd, Iran
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- Reproductive Immunology Research Center, Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd, Iran.,Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Shahid Sadughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd, Iran
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- Reproductive Immunology Research Center, Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd, Iran
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Gao X, Li X, Wang Z, Li K, Liang Y, Yao X, Zhang G, Wang F. l-Argine regulates the proliferation, apoptosis and endocrine activity by alleviating oxidative stress in sheep endometrial epithelial cells. Theriogenology 2021; 179:187-196. [PMID: 34883396 DOI: 10.1016/j.theriogenology.2021.12.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/06/2021] [Revised: 11/29/2021] [Accepted: 12/01/2021] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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l-arginine (L-Arg) is a semiessential amino acid that plays crucial roles in the reproductive performance of animals. This research aimed to investigate the effect of supplementing L-Arg on endometrial epithelial cells (EECs) of Hu sheep. In vivo, female Hu sheep were randomly divided into three groups: control group (n = 5), nutrient-restricted group (n = 5), and L-Arg supplemented nutrient-restricted group (n = 5). Then, the effect of L-Arg on ovine endometrial growth and antioxidant capacity was assessed. We found that L-Arg supplementation promoted the growth of endometrial ductal gland invaginations (DGI), and alleviated oxidative stress in nutrient-restricted sheep. In order to investigate its mechanism, a H2O2-induced EECs oxidative stress model was established, and roles of L-Arg in EECs oxidation resistance, proliferation, apoptosis and endocrine activity were studied in vitro. Our results showed that L-Arg markedly decreased the release of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and malonaldehyde (MDA), and enhanced the expression and activity of certain antioxidant enzymes in EECs challenged by the H2O2 (p < 0.05). Supplementation of L-Arg significantly reduced the effect of 200 μM H2O2 on the viability of EECs (p < 0.05). In addition, EECs treated with L-Arg significantly alleviated the G0/G1-phase cell cycle arrest, apoptosis, and the inhibition of endometrial growth factors expression caused by H2O2 (p < 0.05). Overall, the results demonstrate that L-Arg performs crucial roles in maintaining the proliferation of ovine EECs, endocrine activity and inhibiting apoptosis through reducing oxidative stress. This study offers a theoretical basis for using L-Arg to improve sheep the uterine function.
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- Xiaoxiao Gao
- Jiangsu Livestock Embryo Engineering Laboratory, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing 210095, China; Hu Sheep Academy, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing 210095, China
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- Jiangsu Livestock Embryo Engineering Laboratory, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing 210095, China; Hu Sheep Academy, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing 210095, China
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- Jiangsu Livestock Embryo Engineering Laboratory, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing 210095, China; Hu Sheep Academy, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing 210095, China
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- Jiangsu Livestock Embryo Engineering Laboratory, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing 210095, China; Hu Sheep Academy, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing 210095, China
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- Jiangsu Livestock Embryo Engineering Laboratory, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing 210095, China; Hu Sheep Academy, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing 210095, China
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- Jiangsu Livestock Embryo Engineering Laboratory, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing 210095, China; Hu Sheep Academy, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing 210095, China
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- Jiangsu Livestock Embryo Engineering Laboratory, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing 210095, China; Hu Sheep Academy, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing 210095, China
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- Jiangsu Livestock Embryo Engineering Laboratory, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing 210095, China; Hu Sheep Academy, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing 210095, China.
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Zaid SSM, Othman S, Kassim NM. Protective role of Mas Cotek (Ficus deltoidea) against the toxic effects of bisphenol A on morphology and sex steroid receptor expression in the rat uterus. Biomed Pharmacother 2021; 140:111757. [PMID: 34044283 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2021.111757] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/08/2021] [Revised: 05/13/2021] [Accepted: 05/20/2021] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Numerous scientific studies have found that young women are at a high risk of reproductive infertility due to their routine exposure to numerous bisphenol A (BPA) products. This risk is highly associated with the production of reactive oxygen species from BPA products. Ficus deltoidea, which has strong antioxidant properties, was selected as a potential protective agent to counter the detrimental effects of BPA in the rat uterus. METHODS Female Sprague-Dawley rats were allocated into four groups (n = 8) as follows: (i) the Normal Control group (NC), (ii) the BPA-exposed group (PC), (iii) the group concurrently treated with BPA and F. deltoidea (FC) and (iv) the group treated with F. deltoidea alone (F). RESULTS After 6 weeks of concurrent treatment with F. deltoidea, uterine abnormalities in the BPA-exposed rats showed a significant improvement. Specifically, the size of stromal cells increased; interstitial spaces between stromal cells expanded; the histology of the glandular epithelium and the myometrium appeared normal and mitotic figures were present. The suppressive effects of BPA on the expression levels of sex steroid receptors (ERα and ERβ) and the immunity gene C3 were significantly normalised by F. deltoidea treatment. The role of F. deltoidea as an antioxidant agent was proven by the significant reduction in malondialdehyde level in BPA-exposed rats. Moreover, in BPA-exposed rats, concurrent treatment with F. deltoidea could normalise the level of the gonadotropin hormone, which could be associated with an increase in the percentage of rats with a normal oestrous cycle. CONCLUSION F. deltoidea has the potential to counter the toxic effects of BPA on the female reproductive system. These protective effects might be due to the phytochemical properties of F. deltoidea. Therefore, future study is warranted to identify the bioactive components that contribute to the protective effects of F. deltoidea.
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- Siti Sarah Mohamad Zaid
- Department of Environment, Faculty of Forestry and Environment, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400 Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia.
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- Department of Molecular Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, 50603 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
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- Department of Anatomy, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, 50603 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
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Impact of Body Condition Score on Oxidative Stress Status in Cow’s Reproductive Tract. MACEDONIAN VETERINARY REVIEW 2020. [DOI: 10.2478/macvetrev-2020-0021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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It is well known in cattle that reproductive disorders are intimately associated with low or high body condition score (BCS). However, little is known concerning the relationship between BCS and oxidative stress, particularly in the reproductive tract. Thus, the aim of the present study was to investigate the oxidative stress biomarkers according to cows BCS values in the plasma, ovaries, oviductal, follicular and uterine fluids. The study was conducted on 58 cows classified in four classes (1, 2, 3 and 4) of BCS varying from1-1.5, 2-2.5, 3-3.5 and 4-4.5, respectively. The genital tracts and plasma were collected from slaughtered cows and processed within 5h after slaughtering. The number of ovarian follicles was measured using ultrasonography and the oxidative stress was assessed by considering total antioxidant status (TAS), catalase activity (CAT), and thiobarbituric acid-reactive substances (TBARS). The results showed that follicles number was significantly affected by BCS; cows with medium BCS (3) presented higher number of follicles than cows with low or high BCS (<3 or >3). Overall, BCS affects significantly the oxidative stress status at different levels of the reproductive tract. Cows with medium BCS (3) showed the best oxidative status than those with low or high values (BCS <3 or >3). In conclusion, the current results suggest that reproductive disorders observed in cows with low or high BCS values could be mediated through oxidative stress affecting consequently the reproductive tract and finally compromising fertility outputs.
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Bhardwaj JK, Panchal H, Saraf P. Ameliorating Effects of Natural Antioxidant Compounds on Female Infertility: a Review. Reprod Sci 2020; 28:1227-1256. [PMID: 32935256 DOI: 10.1007/s43032-020-00312-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2020] [Accepted: 09/03/2020] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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The prevalence of female infertility cases has been increasing at a frightening rate, affecting approximately 48 million women across the world. However, oxidative stress has been recognized as one of the main mediators of female infertility by causing various reproductive pathologies in females such as endometriosis, PCOS, preeclampsia, spontaneous abortion, and unexplained infertility. Nowadays, concerned women prefer dietary supplements with antioxidant properties over synthetic drugs as a natural way to lessen the oxidative stress and enhance their fertility. Therefore, the current review is an attempt to explore the efficacy of various natural antioxidant compounds including vitamins, carotenoids, and plant polyphenols and also of some medicinal plants in improving the fertility status of females. Our summarization of recent findings in the current article would pave the way toward the development of new possible antioxidant therapy to treat infertility in females. Natural antioxidant compounds found in fruits, vegetables, and other dietary sources, alone or in combination with other antioxidants, were found to be effective in ameliorating the oxidative stress-mediated infertility problems in both natural and assisted reproductive settings. Numerous medicinal plants showed promising results in averting the various reproductive disorders associated with female infertility, suggesting a plant-based herbal medicine to treat infertility. Although optimum levels of natural antioxidants have shown favorable results, however, their excessive intake may have adverse health impacts. Therefore, larger well-designed, dose-response studies in humans are further warranted to incorporate natural antioxidant compounds into the clinical management of female infertility.
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- Jitender Kumar Bhardwaj
- Reproductive Physiology Laboratory, Department of Zoology, Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra, Haryana, 136119, India.
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- Reproductive Physiology Laboratory, Department of Zoology, Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra, Haryana, 136119, India
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- Reproductive Physiology Laboratory, Department of Zoology, Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra, Haryana, 136119, India
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Rosen EM, Mínguez-Alarcón L, Meeker JD, Williams PL, Milne GL, Hauser R, Ferguson KK. Urinary oxidative stress biomarker levels and reproductive outcomes among couples undergoing fertility treatments. Hum Reprod 2020; 34:2399-2409. [PMID: 31887223 DOI: 10.1093/humrep/dez228] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2019] [Revised: 09/04/2019] [Indexed: 01/12/2023] Open
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STUDY QUESTION Are urinary levels of oxidative stress biomarkers associated with reproductive outcome success following fertility treatments? SUMMARY ANSWER Levels of oxidative stress in the middle tertile for women are associated with the highest levels of reproductive success while no associations were noted for men. WHAT IS KNOWN ALREADY Oxidative stress may contribute to adverse fertility outcomes in the general population, but findings from couples undergoing fertility treatments are sparse. STUDY DESIGN, SIZE, DURATION This prospective cohort study included 481 women and 249 of their male partners undergoing fertility treatments from 2007 to 2015, from the Environment and Reproductive Health (EARTH) study in Boston, MA. PARTICIPANTS/MATERIALS, SETTING, METHODS One urine sample per participant was collected at each cycle and analysed for two oxidative stress markers: 8-isoprostane-PGF2α (8-iso-PGF2α) and 8-isoprostane-PGF2α metabolite (F2-isoP-M). Reproductive outcomes were abstracted from medical records and included the fertilization rate, for IVF (oocytes fertilized/mature oocytes retrieved), and rates of implantation, clinical pregnancy and live birth, for both IVF and IUI. Cluster-weighted generalized estimating equations were used to analyse adjusted associations between exposure tertiles and outcomes. MAIN RESULTS AND THE ROLE OF CHANCE Levels of F2-isoP-M in the middle tertile were associated with the most success among women. Women in the upper tertile of F2-isoP-M had an adjusted mean live birth rate after IVF and IUI of 23% (95% CI: 17, 29) compared to 38% (95% CI: 31, 45) for women in the middle tertile and 27% (95% CI: 21, 34) in the lower tertile. The fertilization rate during IVF was higher for women with 8-iso-PGF2α in the middle tertile (0.77 [95% CI: 0.73, 0.80]) compared to women in the lower (0.69 [95% CI: 0.64, 0.73]) or upper tertiles (0.66 [95% CI: 0.61, 0.71]). No significant associations were found for other measured outcomes with 8-iso-PGF2α, or between any oxidative stress biomarker in men and reproductive outcomes in their partners. LIMITATIONS, REASONS FOR CAUTION Isoprostanes are short-lived biomarkers and this study may not have captured the most relevant window of susceptibility for oxidative stress on the outcomes of interest. Findings from this study may not be generalizable to couples attempting conception without fertility assistance. WIDER IMPLICATIONS OF THE FINDINGS This study suggests that a non-linear association may exist between oxidative stress and reproductive outcomes in a population undergoing fertility treatment, a finding not previously identified in the literature. Oxidative stress may represent the mechanism through which environmental chemicals are associated with adverse reproductive outcomes. STUDY FUNDING/COMPETING INTEREST(S) This research was supported by the Intramural Research Program of the National Institutes of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) (ZIA ES103314) and by NIEHS grants R01ES022955, R01ES009718 and R01ES00002. There are no competing interests to report. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER N/A.
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- E M Rosen
- Epidemiology Branch, National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, National Institutes of Health, Durham, NC, USA 27709
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- Department of Environmental Health, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, MA, USA 02115
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- Department of Environmental Health Sciences, University of Michigan School of Public Health, Ann Arbor, MI, USA 41809
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- Department of Biostatistics, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, MA, USA 02115.,Department of Epidemiology, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, MA, USA 02115
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- Division of Clinical Pharmacology, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, Nashville, TN, USA 37232
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- Department of Environmental Health, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, MA, USA 02115.,Department of Epidemiology, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, MA, USA 02115
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- Epidemiology Branch, National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, National Institutes of Health, Durham, NC, USA 27709
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Biomarkers for the Noninvasive Diagnosis of Endometriosis: State of the Art and Future Perspectives. Int J Mol Sci 2020; 21:ijms21051750. [PMID: 32143439 PMCID: PMC7084761 DOI: 10.3390/ijms21051750] [Citation(s) in RCA: 71] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2019] [Revised: 02/27/2020] [Accepted: 03/02/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Early and accurate diagnosis of endometriosis is crucial for the management of this benign, yet debilitating pathology. Despite the advances of modern medicine, there is no common ground regarding the pathophysiology of this disease as it continues to affect the quality of life of millions of women of reproductive age. The lack of specific symptoms often determines a belated diagnosis. The gold standard remains invasive, surgery followed by a histopathological exam. A biomarker or a panel of biomarkers is easy to measure, usually noninvasive, and could benefit the clinician in both diagnosing and monitoring the treatment response. Several studies have advanced the idea of biomarkers for endometriosis, thereby circumventing unnecessary invasive techniques. Our paper aims at harmonizing the results of these studies in the search of promising perspectives on early diagnosis. METHODS We selected the papers from Google Academic, PubMed, and CrossRef and reviewed recent articles from the literature, aiming to evaluate the effectiveness of various putative serum and urinary biomarkers for endometriosis. RESULTS The majority of studies focused on a panel of biomarkers, rather than a single biomarker and were unable to identify a single biomolecule or a panel of biomarkers with sufficient specificity and sensitivity in endometriosis. CONCLUSION Noninvasive biomarkers, proteomics, genomics, and miRNA microarray may aid the diagnosis, but further research on larger datasets along with a better understanding of the pathophysiologic mechanisms are needed.
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Alibeigi Z, Jafari-Dehkordi E, Kheiri S, Nemati M, Mohammadi-Farsani G, Tansaz M. The Impact of Traditional Medicine-Based Lifestyle and Diet on Infertility Treatment in Women Undergoing Assisted Reproduction: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Complement Med Res 2020; 27:230-241. [PMID: 31962329 DOI: 10.1159/000505016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2019] [Accepted: 11/13/2019] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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The problem of infertility is growing rapidly in the world. Traditional medicine with thousands of years of history has claimed that it can treat some kinds of infertility using nutritional and lifestyle modifications and interventions. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of a traditional medicine-oriented diet and lifestyle on infertility treatment. Based on a clinical trial study, 180 infertile women who were 20-40 years old and candidates for in vitro fertilization (IVF) were randomly assigned to 2 groups: an intervention group and a control group. The intervention group used diet and lifestyle recommendations based on Iranian traditional medicine for at least 3 months. The number of ova, mature ovum number, embryo number, embryo quality, and fertilization rate were significantly higher in the intervention group than in the control group (for all items; p < 0.05). Overall pregnancy rate was significantly higher in the intervention group (35.2 vs. 12.4%; odds ratio [OR], 3.8; 95% CI, 1.8-8.3). The intervention group had a higher rate of getting spontaneous pregnancy than the control group (20.9 vs. 2.2%; OR, 11.5; 95% CI, 2.6-50.9). Chemical pregnancy was significantly higher in the intervention group (64 vs. 27.5%; OR, 4.7; 95% CI, 1.9-11.6). Diet and lifestyle modifications based on traditional medicine can contribute greatly to the infertility treatment. Thus, many infertility cases can be treated without the need to use advanced methods. In case of using assisted reproductive techniques, traditional medicine can enhance the efficiency of these methods.
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- Zeinab Alibeigi
- School of Persian Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.,Research Institute for Islamic and Complementary Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- School of Persian Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.,Research Institute for Islamic and Complementary Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Modeling in Health Research Center, Shahrekord University of Medical Sciences, Shahrekord, Iran
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Shahrekord University of Medical Sciences, Shahrekord, Iran
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- Department of Clinical Nutrition, School of Nutritional Sciences and Dietetics, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.,Minimally Invasive Surgery Research Center, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Traditional Medicine, School of Traditional Medicine, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran,
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Silva T, Jesus M, Cagigal C, Silva C. Food with Influence in the Sexual and Reproductive Health. Curr Pharm Biotechnol 2019; 20:114-122. [PMID: 30255750 DOI: 10.2174/1389201019666180925140400] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2018] [Revised: 07/19/2018] [Accepted: 07/30/2018] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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BACKGROUND Sexual dysfunction and infertility are conditions with high prevalence in the general population. Nutritional factors have been reported to have an impact on sexual and reproductive health. OBJECTIVE The aim of this review is to summarize the data on nutritional factors that have influence on male and female sexual and reproductive function, including nutritional status, specific foods (e.g. dairy food), nutrients and other food components and dietary supplements. METHOD A literature search was performed using Cochrane Library, Medline and Science Direct databases without time limitations. RESULTS Obesity has a negative influence on male fertility, and weight loss improves male fertility. Food insufficiency is associated with increased sexual risk behaviours, more significant in women. Regarding macronutrients and group foods, trans-fatty acids, high glycemic index food, high carbohydrate diet and high animal protein intake prejudices fertility; omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, low glycemic index food and low carbohydrate diet, vegetable proteins and antioxidants improve fertility. Isoflavones have a negative impact on men fertility and improve sexual health of menopausal women. Whole milk improves women fertility, but men benefit from skim milk. Concerning dietary supplements, there is weak evidence sustaining efficacy, and the most promising supplements are yohimbine, vitamin B, L-arginine and vitamin D. CONCLUSION The compiled results indicate that despite the multifactorial etiology of sexual/ reproductive dysfunction, nutritional factors may affect the sexual and reproductive health in both men and women. However, it is necessary to further study to clarify this association and simultaneously improve the approach and treatment of patients with sexual and/or reproductive problems.
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- Tânia Silva
- Psychiatry Department, Centro Hospitalar e Universitario de Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Psychiatry Department, Centro Hospitalar e Universitario de Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Psychiatry Department, Centro Hospitalar e Universitario de Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Psychiatry Department, Centro Hospitalar e Universitario de Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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Li MC, Nassan FL, Chiu YH, Mínguez-Alarcón L, Williams PL, Souter I, Hauser R, Chavarro JE. Intake of Antioxidants in Relation to Infertility Treatment Outcomes with Assisted Reproductive Technologies. Epidemiology 2019; 30:427-434. [PMID: 30789428 PMCID: PMC6456381 DOI: 10.1097/ede.0000000000000976] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Randomized trials of supplementation with antioxidant mixtures during infertility treatment show no benefit on pregnancy or live birth rate. However, the roles of individual antioxidants are poorly understood. We examined the association of baseline intake of vitamins A, C, E, and carotenoids with outcomes of assisted reproductive technologies (ARTs). METHODS We followed 349 women undergoing a total of 588 ART cycles for infertility treatment at the Massachusetts General Hospital. We assessed antioxidant intakes from food and supplements before treatment using a validated food frequency questionnaire. We used generalized linear mixed models to account for multiple ART cycles per woman while adjusting for confounding. RESULTS Mean (SD) age and body mass index were 35.1 years (4.0 years) and 24.1 kg/m (4.3 kg/m), respectively. Total intake of vitamins A, C, and E was not associated with the probability of live birth. Women in the highest intake category of β-carotene from foods had a lower probability of live birth than women in the lowest intake quartile (50% vs. 22%; P trend = 0.03); for lutein and zeaxanthin, the probability for the highest intake group was 44% vs. 28% for the lowest. Intake of β-carotene from supplements and intakes of retinol and all other carotenoids were unrelated to live birth rates. CONCLUSIONS We found unexpected inverse associations of β-carotene intake from foods and of lutein and zeaxanthin intake with live birth rates. Within the observed intake ranges, total consumption of vitamins A, C, and E before starting infertility treatment with ART was not associated with live birth rates.
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- Ming-Chieh Li
- Department of Nutrition, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, MA 02115, USA
- Department of Public Health, China Medical University College of Public Health, Taichung 40402, Taiwan
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- Department of Nutrition, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, MA 02115, USA
- Department of Environmental Health, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, MA 02115, USA
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- Department of Nutrition, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, MA 02115, USA
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- Department of Environmental Health, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, MA 02115, USA
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- Department of Epidemiology, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, MA 02115, USA
- Department of Biostatistics, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, MA 02115, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, Massachusetts General Hospital Fertility Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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- Department of Environmental Health, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, MA 02115, USA
- Department of Epidemiology, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, MA 02115, USA
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, Massachusetts General Hospital Fertility Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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- Department of Nutrition, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, MA 02115, USA
- Department of Epidemiology, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, MA 02115, USA
- Channing Division of Network Medicine, Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02115, USA
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Schaefer E, Nock D. The Impact of Preconceptional Multiple-Micronutrient Supplementation on Female Fertility. CLINICAL MEDICINE INSIGHTS. WOMEN'S HEALTH 2019; 12:1179562X19843868. [PMID: 31040736 PMCID: PMC6480978 DOI: 10.1177/1179562x19843868] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2019] [Accepted: 03/24/2019] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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In industrialized countries, fertility has declined in recent years to the lowest recorded levels. Identifying modifiable factors that influence human fertility, such as diet, is therefore of major clinical and public health relevance. Micronutrient status is a modifiable risk factor that may have an impact on female fertility, as essential vitamins and minerals have important roles in the physiological processes that are involved. Adequate levels are important for oocyte quality, maturation, fertilization, and implantation, whereas antioxidants are vital to reduce oxidative stress, a process known to impair fertility. In women who are diagnosed as infertile, lower than recommended levels of certain micronutrients have been reported. A similar scenario has been found in a proportion of women of childbearing age in general, some of whom may be struggling to conceive. Supplementation studies with multiple micronutrients are still scarce, but the literature suggests that supplementation before conception can help restore micronutrient status to recommended levels and reduce oxidative stress when antioxidants are included. Overall, supplementation has a small but beneficial effect on fertility in healthy and infertile women, including a shorter time to pregnancy and an increased chance of becoming pregnant. Nevertheless, many studies are small or observational, and adequately powered randomized controlled trials of supplementation with multiple micronutrients are necessary to confirm any definite effects on fertility. This review substantiates the potential benefits of micronutrient supplementation beyond the prevention of neural tube defects, the traditionally viewed value of prenatal vitamin use.
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- Ella Schaefer
- Innovation & Development, Consumer Health Medical Strategy Nutritionals, Bayer Consumer Care AG, Basel, Switzerland
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Görük NY, Deveci E. Immunoexpression of vascular endothelial growth factor and B-cell lymphoma 2 in the uterine tissue of rats treated with melatonin in the estrus phase1. Acta Cir Bras 2018; 33:629-640. [PMID: 30110064 DOI: 10.1590/s0102-865020180070000008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2018] [Accepted: 06/21/2018] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To investigate the effect of melatonin on uterine tissue in the ovariectomized rat model. METHODS Fourty Wistar albino rats were divided into four groups for histologic and immunohistochemical examination. The rats were first numbered randomly and then randomly divided into 4 equal groups: control (group 1), torsion (group 2), torsion+detorsion (group 3) and torsion+detorsion+melatonin (group 4) groups. In addition, four Wistar albino rats were used for western blot analysis in each group. And also, malondialdehyde (MDA) levels were measured biochemically in all rats. RESULTS The histopathological examination of the uterine tissue in rats ovarectomized showed a degeneration in uterine glands, dilation of blood vessels in the internal layer with a thrombosis and bleeding, abnormal nucleuses and vacuolated cytoplasm above and below the nucleus. In torsion group, the apoptotic cells increased in luminal epithelium and gland cells. In the melatonin group showed that the Bcl2 negative effect on the uterine epithelium and did not lead to apoptotic cells. CONCLUSION The increase in vascular endothelial growth factor expression resulted in the rearrangement of endothelial cell growth and the induction of angiogenesis.
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- Neval Yaman Görük
- MD, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Memorial Hospital, Diyarbakır, Turkey. Conception and design of the study, technical procedures, manuscript writing, critical revision
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- PhD, Professor, Department of Histology and Embryology, Faculty of Medicine, Dicle University, Diyarbakır, Turkey. Conception and design of the study, technical procedures, histological examinations, manuscript writing, critical revision
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Osman HG, El-Refaey AAA, Aziz AAFA, El-Sokkary AM, El-Saeed RA. Leptin and Antioxidant Profile in Infertile Women with Endometriosis. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2018. [DOI: 10.1177/228402651000200304] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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Objective To investigate the role of leptin hormone and oxidative stress in the pathogenesis of endometriosis among infertile women. Methods Blood samples and peritoneal fluid were collected from women undergoing laparoscopy. The study group included 24 infertile women with endometriosis, while 14 women with unexplained infertility represented the control group. Leptin hormone levels and three markers of antioxidants, including total antioxidant capacity (TAC), catalase (CAT) enzyme and superoxide dismutase (SOD) enzyme were estimated. Results Peritoneal fluid leptin concentrations were significantly higher in infertile endometriotic women compared with the control group. The levels of TAC, CAT and SOD were significantly lower in both serum and peritoneal fluid of infertile endometriotic women compared with controls. There was no significant difference in serum leptin concentrations between the studied groups. Conclusions Peritoneal leptin and oxidative stress may be an active factor in the pathogenesis and/or progression of endometriosis.
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- Hussein G. Osman
- Biochemistry Division, Department of
Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Mansoura University, Mansoura - Egypt
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- Department of Obstetrics and
Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Mansoura University, Mansoura - Egypt
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- Biochemistry Division, Department of
Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Mansoura University, Mansoura - Egypt
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- Biochemistry Division, Department of
Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Mansoura University, Mansoura - Egypt
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- Biochemistry Division, Department of
Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Mansoura University, Mansoura - Egypt
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Augmented oxidative stress in infertile women with persistent chlamydial infection. Reprod Biol 2017; 17:120-125. [PMID: 28336198 DOI: 10.1016/j.repbio.2017.03.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2016] [Revised: 03/06/2017] [Accepted: 03/07/2017] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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There is established association between oxidative stress, infections of genital tract and fertility. Genital tract infections may provoke increased production of free radicals and generate oxidative stress that can be involved in pathophysiology of a number of reproductive diseases and complications during pregnancy. The aim of this study was to determine connection between oxidative stress and infertility associated with persistent chlamydial infection. Serum samples of infertile women with tubal factor infertility (TFI), women with multiple spontaneous abortions (MSA) and fertile women was screened for C. trachomatis MOMP specific IgG and IgA antibodies and cHSP60 specific igG antibodies using ELISA. The levels of superoxide anion radical, nitric oxide and reduced glutathione were determined spectrophotometricaly. Serum levels of testosterone, luteinizing hormone and follicle stimulating hormone were determined by enzyme-linked fluorescent immunoassay method. Our results showed that persistent infection was more prevalent in TFI than in MSA group, whereas seropositivity was higher in MSA than in TFI group of patients. We also found that superoxide anion was significantly lower, while LH was markedly higher in TFI and MSA group of patients. However, when our results were analyzed according to the serological status of chlamydial infection, we found that parameters of oxidative stress, superoxide anion and index of oxidative stress, defined as relative ratio between superoxide anion and nitrites sum and glutathione ((O2-+NO2-)/GSH) were significantly elevated in infertile patients with persistent chlamydial infection compared to seropositive and seronegative patients. Our findings point to the possible impact of Chlamydia trachomatis infection on prooxidative-antioxidative balance that can influence fertility potential in women with persistent chlamydial infection.
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Diamanti-Kandarakis E, Papalou O, Kandaraki EA, Kassi G. MECHANISMS IN ENDOCRINOLOGY: Nutrition as a mediator of oxidative stress in metabolic and reproductive disorders in women. Eur J Endocrinol 2017; 176:R79-R99. [PMID: 27678478 DOI: 10.1530/eje-16-0616] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2016] [Revised: 09/20/2016] [Accepted: 09/27/2016] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Nutrition can generate oxidative stress and trigger a cascade of molecular events that can disrupt oxidative and hormonal balance. Nutrient ingestion promotes a major inflammatory and oxidative response at the cellular level in the postprandial state, altering the metabolic state of tissues. A domino of unfavorable metabolic changes is orchestrated in the main metabolic organs, including adipose tissue, skeletal muscle, liver and pancreas, where subclinical inflammation, endothelial dysfunction, mitochondrial deregulation and impaired insulin response and secretion take place. Simultaneously, in reproductive tissues, nutrition-induced oxidative stress can potentially violate delicate oxidative balance that is mandatory to secure normal reproductive function. Taken all the above into account, nutrition and its accompanying postprandial oxidative stress, in the unique context of female hormonal background, can potentially compromise normal metabolic and reproductive functions in women and may act as an active mediator of various metabolic and reproductive disorders.
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- Department of Endocrinology and Diabetes Center of ExcellenceEUROCLINIC, Athens, Greece
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- Endocrine Unit3rd Department of Internal Medicine, University of Athens Medical School, Athens, Greece
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- Endocrine Unit3rd Department of Internal Medicine, University of Athens Medical School, Athens, Greece
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de Lima CB, Cordeiro FB, Camargo M, Zylbersztejn DS, Cedenho AP, Bertolla RP, Lo Turco EG. Follicular fluid lipid peroxidation levels in women with endometriosis during controlled ovarian hyperstimulation. HUM FERTIL 2016; 20:48-54. [PMID: 27802789 DOI: 10.1080/14647273.2016.1246753] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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This observational study aimed to establishing a relationship between lipid peroxidation and endometriosis in women undergoing controlled ovarian hyperstimulation. A total of 79 women were divided into two groups: (i) controls (tubal or male factor); and (ii) endometriosis (stages III/IV). The endometriosis diagnosis was confirmed by videolaparoscopy and the controlled ovarian stimulation protocol was similar to all patients. Follicular fluid (FF) lipid peroxidation levels were determined through the quantification of malondialdehyde. Statistical analysis was performed using parametric and non-parametric tests, logistic regression was performed to estimate the chance of achieving a pregnancy in each group and a moving average was calculated for the endometriosis group. Peroxidation levels in the endometriosis group were significantly higher when compared to controls. The moving average showed a decrease of MDA levels in the endometriosis group with increasing female age. Moreover, women with endometriosis who were under 33 years of age were 4.3 times more likely to achieve a pregnancy than women above that age. In conclusion, endometriosis is associated with increased FF oxidative stress (OS) in patients undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF). Also, increasing age is associated with a decrease in severity of the oxidative status, but a decreased chance of pregnancy.
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- Camila Bruna de Lima
- a Department of Surgery, Division of Urology, Human Reproduction Section , Sao Paulo Federal University, Sao Paulo Hospital , Sao Paulo , Brazil
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- a Department of Surgery, Division of Urology, Human Reproduction Section , Sao Paulo Federal University, Sao Paulo Hospital , Sao Paulo , Brazil
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- a Department of Surgery, Division of Urology, Human Reproduction Section , Sao Paulo Federal University, Sao Paulo Hospital , Sao Paulo , Brazil
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- a Department of Surgery, Division of Urology, Human Reproduction Section , Sao Paulo Federal University, Sao Paulo Hospital , Sao Paulo , Brazil
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- a Department of Surgery, Division of Urology, Human Reproduction Section , Sao Paulo Federal University, Sao Paulo Hospital , Sao Paulo , Brazil
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- a Department of Surgery, Division of Urology, Human Reproduction Section , Sao Paulo Federal University, Sao Paulo Hospital , Sao Paulo , Brazil
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- a Department of Surgery, Division of Urology, Human Reproduction Section , Sao Paulo Federal University, Sao Paulo Hospital , Sao Paulo , Brazil
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Güney M, Nasir S, Oral B, Karahan N, Mungan T. Effect of Caffeic Acid Phenethyl Ester on the Regression of Endometrial Explants in an Experimental Rat Model. Reprod Sci 2016; 14:270-9. [PMID: 17636241 DOI: 10.1177/1933719107300911] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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The objective of this study is to determine the effects of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory caffeic acid phenethyl ester (CAPE) on experimental endometriosis, peritoneal superoxide dismutase (SOD) and catalase (CAT) activities, and malondialdehyde (MDA) levels in the rat endometriosis model. Thirty rats with experimentally induced endometriosis were randomly divided into 2 groups and treated for 4 weeks with intraperitoneal CAPE (CAPE-treated group; 10 micromol/kg/d, n = 13) or vehicle (control group; n = 13). The volume and weight changes of the implants were calculated. Immunohistochemical and histologic examinations of endometriotic explants by semiquantitative analysis and measurements of peritoneal SOD, CAT, and MDA levels were made. Following 4 weeks of treatment with CAPE, there were significant differences in posttreatment spherical volumes (37.4 +/- 14.7 mm(3) vs 147.5 +/- 41.2 mm(3)) and explant weights (49.1 +/- 28.5 mg vs 158.9 +/- 50.3 mg) between the CAPE-treated groups and controls. The mean evaluation nomogram levels in glandular epithelium for COX-2 positivity by scoring system were 2.1 +/- 0.3 in the CAPE-treated group and 3.9 +/- 0.3 in the control group. In the CAPE-treated group, peritoneal levels of MDA and activities of SOD and CAT significantly decreased when compared with the control group (P < .01). Histologic analysis of the explants demonstrated mostly atrophy and regression in the treatment group, and semiquantitative analysis showed significantly lower scores in rats treated with CAPE compared with the control group. CAPE appeared to cause regression of experimental endometriosis.
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- Mehmet Güney
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Suleyman Demirel University, Isparta, Turkey.
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Namvar Vansofla F, Roshangar L, Montaseri A, Soleimani Rad J. Impact of Prunus Cerasus on PGR and HAS2 in Cumulus Cells and Fertility Outcome. Adv Pharm Bull 2016; 6:65-9. [PMID: 27123419 PMCID: PMC4845541 DOI: 10.15171/apb.2016.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/09/2015] [Revised: 01/06/2016] [Accepted: 01/18/2016] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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PURPOSE Cumulus cells have a critical role in normal oocyte development and fertilization. Prunus cerasus is an anthocyanin rich berry and performs strong antioxidant activity. The present study set to determine if Prunus cerasus can affect expression of HAS2 (hyaluronan synthase 2) and progesterone receptor in Cumulus cells and its consequences outcome of the in vitro fertilization. METHODS 60 female and 15 male adult mice were used for mating and IVF (in vitro fertilization). Prunus cerasus extraction was added to the diet of female mice for 30 days. Ovulation induction and oocytes collection were done as routine. The cumulus cells were dissected apart, and the expression of progesterone receptor and HAS2 was detected using RT-PCR (real-time polymerase chain reaction). Fertilization rate was evaluated by IVF. All data were analyzed using t-test. RESULTS Data was showed that expression of progesterone receptor and HAS2 in cumulus cells of mice that received prunus cerasus increased. Moreover, oocyte fertilization rate also increased significantly. CONCLUSION Prunus cerasus as an antioxidant natural can become an important medication for improving oocyte quality and opening new opportunities for infertility treatment. It is concluded that Prunus cerasus consumption could improve fertility rate by increasing progesterone receptor and HAS2 activity in cumulus cells.
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- Fatemeh Namvar Vansofla
- Department of Anatomical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Cord Blood Stem Cell Research Center, Faculty of Medicine, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran.; Department of Tissue Engineering, Faculty of Medicine, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Anatomical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran.; Department of Tissue Engineering, Faculty of Medicine, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Anatomical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran.; Department of Tissue Engineering, Faculty of Medicine, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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Effect of Ubiquinol on Serum Reproductive Hormones of Amenorrhic Patients. Indian J Clin Biochem 2015; 31:342-8. [PMID: 27382208 DOI: 10.1007/s12291-015-0542-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2015] [Accepted: 12/08/2015] [Indexed: 01/16/2023]
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In neuroendocrine system the increase in oxidative status is produced by a glucocorticoid-dependent and transcriptional increase in pro-oxidative drive, with concurrent inhibition of the antioxidant defense system, ultimately leading to increased neuronal cell death. Functional hypothalamic disturbances and neuroendocirne aberrations have both short and long term consequences for reproductive health. Understandably, an impaired or diminished hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian axis leads to anovulation and hypoestrogenism. Anovulation is directly linked to the neurohormonal and hormonal background of Functional Hypothalamic Amenorrhea. Impairment of pulsatile Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone secretion causes the impairment of pulsatile Lutenizing Hormone (LH) and Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) secretion. The importance of oxidative stress in various pituitary disorders suggesting a possible clinical usefulness of antioxidant molecules like the lipophilic antioxidant Ubiquinol. Coenzyme Q10 or Ubiquinol is an essential part of the cell energy-producing system of mitochondria. However, it is also a powerful lipophilic antioxidant, protecting lipoproteins and cell membranes from autooxidation. Due to these unique actions Ubiquinol is used in clinical practice as an antioxidants for neurodegenerative diseases. So to identify the role of Ubiquinol on reproductive hormones FSH and LH, we have included 50 infertile patients of age group of 20-40, which are mostly amenorrhic. Out of 50 only 30 patients were in continuous follow up after supplementing them with 150 mg of Ubiquinol every day for 4 months. The hormonal levels were estimated by Enzyme Linked Immuno Sorbent Assay technique at follicular phase. The result suggests that FSH concentration is increased up to three times (from 3.10 ± 2.70 to 10.09 ± 6.93) but remains within the normal limit (P < 0.05). LH values were found doubled (P < 0.05) than its normal range (from 14.83 ± 10.48 to 27.85 ± 22.30). The Prolactin values were decreased while Progesterone values were high but not in the significant range (P > 0.05). The supplementation of 150 mg of Ubiquinol may reduce the oxidative stress in neuroendocrine system which further improves the function of diminished HPA axis. Hence increased level of FSH and LH may be due to reduced oxidative stress by Ubiquinol.
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Tualang Honey Protects against BPA-Induced Morphological Abnormalities and Disruption of ERα, ERβ, and C3 mRNA and Protein Expressions in the Uterus of Rats. EVIDENCE-BASED COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE 2015; 2015:202874. [PMID: 26788107 PMCID: PMC4691614 DOI: 10.1155/2015/202874] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2015] [Accepted: 11/12/2015] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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Bisphenol A (BPA) is an endocrine disrupting chemical (EDC) that can disrupt the normal functions of the reproductive system. The objective of the study is to investigate the potential protective effects of Tualang honey against BPA-induced uterine toxicity in pubertal rats. The rats were administered with BPA by oral gavage over a period of six weeks. Uterine toxicity in BPA-exposed rats was determined by the degree of the morphological abnormalities, increased lipid peroxidation, and dysregulated expression and distribution of ERα, ERβ, and C3 as compared to the control rats. Concurrent treatment of rats with BPA and Tualang honey significantly improved the uterine morphological abnormalities, reduced lipid peroxidation, and normalized ERα, ERβ, and C3 expressions and distribution. There were no abnormal changes observed in rats treated with Tualang honey alone, comparable with the control rats. In conclusion, Tualang honey has potential roles in protecting the uterus from BPA-induced toxicity, possibly accounted for by its phytochemical properties.
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Huang HS, Chu SC, Hsu CF, Chen PC, Ding DC, Chang MY, Chu TY. Mutagenic, surviving and tumorigenic effects of follicular fluid in the context of p53 loss: initiation of fimbria carcinogenesis. Carcinogenesis 2015; 36:1419-28. [PMID: 26363031 DOI: 10.1093/carcin/bgv132] [Citation(s) in RCA: 53] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2015] [Accepted: 09/03/2015] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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Ovulation is the strongest risk factor for ovarian high-grade serous carcinoma (HGSC) that largely originates from the fallopian tube fimbriae and always carries loss-of-function mutations of TP53 in both early and late lesions. Mature ovarian follicle contains high level of reactive oxygen species (ROS). When released from ovulation, follicular fluid (FF) bathes the fimbriae and may lead to DNA double-strand break (DSB) and neoplastic transformation. In this study, we examined the mutagenic and tumorigenic activities of human pre-ovulatory FFs. A subset (6/11) of FFs was found with high levels of ROS whereas the antioxidant capacities were indifferent. These ROS(high) FFs induced intracellular ROS and DSBs in the secretory cell population of fimbriae epithelium. When p53 and Rb were turned down, the FF-exposed secretory cells overcame apoptosis and expanded the population carrying ROS and DSB. The cancer initiation and promotion effects of FF were further recapitulated in Trp53 (-/-) mice. When introduced into the mammary fat pad, ROS(high) but not ROS(low) FFs induced early-onset B-cell lymphoma. Cotreatment with physiological concentration of melatonin, a potent antioxidant, ameliorated the mutagenic and tumorigenic effect of ROS(high) FF in vitro and in vivo. The study revealed ROS and mitogens in mature ovarian follicles could initiate the transformation of fimbria epithelium in the context of p53 loss and melatonin is a potent preventive agent.
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- Department of Research, Cervical Cancer Prevention Center
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Buddhist Tzu Chi General Hospital, Hulien 970, Taiwan, Republic of China and
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Buddhist Tzu Chi General Hospital, Hulien 970, Taiwan, Republic of China and
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- Institute of Medical Sciences, Tzu Chi University, Hualien 970, Taiwan, Republic of China
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- Department of Research, Cervical Cancer Prevention Center, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Buddhist Tzu Chi General Hospital, Hulien 970, Taiwan, Republic of China and Institute of Medical Sciences, Tzu Chi University, Hualien 970, Taiwan, Republic of China
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Association of Micronutrient Intakes with Female Infertility: Review of Recent Evidence. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2015. [DOI: 10.5812/thrita.25586] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Association of Dietary Factors With Male and Female Infertility: Review of Current Evidence. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2014. [DOI: 10.5812/thrita.20953] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Cetinkaya N, Attar R, Yildirim G, Ficicioglu C, Ozkan F, Yilmaz B, Yesildaglar N. The effects of different doses of melatonin treatment on endometrial implants in an oophorectomized rat endometriosis model. Arch Gynecol Obstet 2014; 291:591-8. [DOI: 10.1007/s00404-014-3466-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2014] [Accepted: 09/09/2014] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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Pereira AC, Martel F. Oxidative stress in pregnancy and fertility pathologies. Cell Biol Toxicol 2014; 30:301-12. [PMID: 25030657 DOI: 10.1007/s10565-014-9285-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 62] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2014] [Accepted: 07/07/2014] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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Oxidative stress designates the state of imbalance between reactive oxygen species (ROS) production and antioxidant levels. In a healthy placenta, there is an increase in ROS production, due to formation of new tissues and inherent metabolism, but this is balanced by higher levels of antioxidants. However, this balance is lost in some situations, with a consequent increase in oxidative stress levels. Oxidative stress has been implicated in several placental disorders and pregnancy pathologies. The present review intends to summarize what is known about the relationship between oxidative stress and well-known pregnancy disorders.
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- Ana C Pereira
- Unit of Molecular Mechanisms of Disease (CISA) and Chemical and Biomolecular Sciences, School of Allied Health Sciences, Polytechnic Institute of Porto (ESTSP-IPP), Porto, Portugal
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Ruder EH, Hartman TJ, Reindollar RH, Goldman MB. Female dietary antioxidant intake and time to pregnancy among couples treated for unexplained infertility. Fertil Steril 2014; 101:759-66. [PMID: 24355050 PMCID: PMC3943921 DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2013.11.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 43] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2012] [Revised: 10/29/2013] [Accepted: 11/07/2013] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To determine whether increased antioxidant intake in women is associated with shorter time to pregnancy (TTP) among a cohort of couples being treated for unexplained infertility. DESIGN Secondary data analysis of a randomized controlled trial. SETTING Academic medical center associated with a private infertility center. PATIENTS Females with unexplained infertility. INTERVENTIONS None. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURE(S) The time it took to establish a pregnancy that led to a live birth. RESULT(S) Mean nutrient intake exceeded the estimated average requirement (EAR) for vitamins C and E. No differences in mean intake of any of the antioxidants were noted between women who delivered a live-born infant during the study period vs. those who did not. In multivariable models, intake of β-carotene from dietary supplements was associated with shorter TTP among women with body mass index (BMI) ≥25 kg/m(2) (hazard ratio [HR] 1.29, 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.09-1.53) and women <35 y (HR 1.19, 95% CI 1.01-1.41). Intake of vitamin C from dietary supplements was associated with shorter TTP among women with BMI <25 kg/m(2) (HR 1.09, 95% CI 1.03-1.15) and women <35 y (HR 1.10, 95% CI 1.02-1.18). Intake of vitamin E from dietary supplements among women ≥35 y also was associated with shorter TTP (HR 1.07, 95% CI 1.01-1.13). CONCLUSION(S) Shorter TTP was observed among women with BMI <25 kg/m(2) with increasing vitamin C, women with BMI ≥25 kg/m(2) with increasing β-carotene, women <35 y with increasing β-carotene and vitamin C, and women ≥35 y with increasing vitamin E. CLINICAL TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER NCT00260091.
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- Elizabeth H Ruder
- Department of Sports Medicine and Nutrition, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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- Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth and Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, New Hampshire
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth and Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, New Hampshire; Department of Community and Family Medicine, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth and Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, New Hampshire
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Gupta S, Fedor J, Biedenharn K, Agarwal A. Lifestyle factors and oxidative stress in female infertility: is there an evidence base to support the linkage? ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2014. [DOI: 10.1586/17474108.2013.849418] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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Application of HPLC to Study the Reaction of Free Radicals with Antioxidants and/or Toxins. J CHEM-NY 2014. [DOI: 10.1155/2014/385908] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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The application of HPLC in the antioxidative (antiradical) properties studies of various samples is discussed in this paper. The assay is based on the reaction of, characterized by strong oxidizing properties, hydroxyl radicals (generated in the Fenton-like reaction) with the sample and with the, so-called, sensor. The product of the sensor reaction with the radicals is analyzed using RP-HPLC with fluorescence detection. It is well known that antioxidants, which are healthy for living organisms, have a negative environmental effect. Therefore, the goal of the paper is to discuss if the same setup can be used to get rid of unwanted compounds (toxins) from the environment. It was found that the phenols and PAHs are degraded by hydroxyl radicals. The optimal (maximum degree of the degradation) conditions were obtained forpH=3.0and 0.1 mM Fe2+.
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Askoxylaki M, Siristatidis C, Chrelias C, Vogiatzi P, Creatsa M, Salamalekis G, Vrantza T, Vrachnis N, Kassanos D. Reactive oxygen species in the follicular fluid of subfertile women undergoing In Vitro Fertilization: a short narrative review. J Endocrinol Invest 2013; 36:1117-20. [PMID: 24081166 DOI: 10.3275/9097] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS) are produced as a normal product of aerobic metabolism. Naturally, there is an array of protective mechanisms that neutralize ROS, while any potential imbalance between ROS and antioxidants results in oxidative stress. In an In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) setting, existing literature suggests a favorable outcome in terms of oocyte quality/maturation and fertilization rate with increased ROS levels, while other study groups have presented significant data on the detrimental effect of increased ROS concentration in the quality of embryos exposed and their potential to advance. In this study, we examine the conflicting views of the role of ROS in fertilization and embryo quality, especially through their concentration in the follicular fluid of subfertile women undergoing IVF. The current debate could possibly be attributed to the different assay methods and end-point outcomes employed by each research group, along with the noted limited number of the relevant studies published on the subject. Properly conducted studies can further validate and elicit the exact role of ROS as well as their association to female reproduction, and especially to women undergoing IVF.
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- M Askoxylaki
- Assisted Reproduction Unit, 3rd Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Attikon Hospital, University of Athens, Rimini 1, Chaidari, Athens, Greece, 12642.
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Yalçınkaya E, Cakıroğlu Y, Doğer E, Budak O, Cekmen M, Calışkan E. Effect of follicular fluid NO, MDA and GSH levels on in vitro fertilization outcomes. J Turk Ger Gynecol Assoc 2013; 14:136-41. [PMID: 24592092 DOI: 10.5152/jtgga.2013.53323] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2013] [Accepted: 05/21/2013] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To investigate the biochemical markers such as nitric oxide (NO), malondialdehyde (MDA) and reduced glutathione (GSH), indicators of the oxidative status of the follicle, to predict the outcome of in vitro fertilization. MATERIAL AND METHODS Follicular aspirates of dominant follicles were collected during oocyte retrieval. Biochemical analyses of NO, MDA and GSH were performed on all aspirates. RESULTS When the successful and unsuccessful pregnancy groups were compared in terms of NO, MDA and GSH, follicular fluid MDA was significantly higher (p=0.001) and follicular fluid NO level was significantly lower (p=0.039) in the pregnant group. Correlation analysis between oxidative stress and IVF parameters showed that MDA had a positive weak correlation with the number of grade 1 embryos (r=0.271, p=0.033) and fertilization rate (r=0.263, p=0.039). ROC curve analysis found that malondialdehyde has an area under the curve of 0.74 and can predict pregnancy with high sensitivity. CONCLUSION As malondialdehyde was significantly different in pregnant and non-pregnant women and had a good sensitivity profile in predicting pregnancy, it may be considered a marker for predicting IVF success.
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- Ender Yalçınkaya
- IVF Center, Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine, Kocaeli, Turkey
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine, Kocaeli, Turkey
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine, Kocaeli, Turkey
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- IVF Center, Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine, Kocaeli, Turkey
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- Department of Biochemistry, Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine, Kocaeli, Turkey
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine, Kocaeli, Turkey
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Fatemi HM, Popovic-Todorovic B. Implantation in assisted reproduction: a look at endometrial receptivity. Reprod Biomed Online 2013; 27:530-8. [PMID: 23933035 DOI: 10.1016/j.rbmo.2013.05.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 112] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/26/2013] [Revised: 04/02/2013] [Accepted: 05/30/2013] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Implantation failure in assisted reproduction is thought to be mainly due to impaired uterine receptivity. With normal uterine anatomy, changes in endocrine profile during ovarian stimulation and medical conditions of the mother (i.e. thrombophilia and abnormal immunological response) could result in a non-receptive endometrium. High oestradiol concentrations during ovarian stimulation lead to premature progesterone elevation, causing endometrial advancement and hampering implantation, which can be overcome by a freeze-all approach and embryo transfer in natural cycles or by milder stimulation protocols. Patients with recurrent implantation failure (RIF) should be tested for inherited and acquired thrombophilias. Each patient should be individually assessed and counselled regarding therapy with low-molecular-weight heparin (LMWH). Empirical treatment with LMWH, aspirin or corticosteroids is not effective for women with RIF who have negative thrombophilic tests. If thrombophilic tests are normal, patients should be tested for immunological causes. If human leukocyte antigen dissimilarity is proven, treatment with intravenous immunoglobulin might be beneficial. Preliminary observational studies using intralipid infusion in the presence of increased natural killer cytotoxic activity are interesting but the proposed rationale is controversial and randomized controlled trials are needed. Hysteroscopy and/or endometrial scratching in the cycle preceding ovarian stimulation should become standard for patients with RIF.
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- H M Fatemi
- Center for Reproductive Medicine, Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel, Brussels, Belgium.
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Kocadal NÇ, Attar R, Yıldırım G, Fıçıcıoğlu C, Özkan F, Yılmaz B, Yesildaglar N. Melatonin treatment results in regression of endometriotic lesions in an ooferectomized rat endometriosis model. J Turk Ger Gynecol Assoc 2013; 14:81-6. [PMID: 24592080 PMCID: PMC3881748 DOI: 10.5152/jtgga.2013.53179] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2013] [Accepted: 04/24/2013] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE We aimed to determine the effects of melatonin treatment on endometrial implants in an oopherectomized rat endometriosis model. MATERIAL AND METHODS This study is a prospective, randomised, controlled experimental study. It was carried out at the Experimental Research Center of Yeditepe University (YUDETAM). Twenty-two, female, non-pregnant, nulligravid Spraque-Dawley albino rats were included in our study. Endometriosis was surgically induced in oopherectomized rats. Rats were randomised into two groups: control group and melatonin group. In the melatonin group, rats were treated with melatonin (20 mg/kg/day) for two weeks. After the operations were performed to assess the regression of the endometriotic lesions, melatonin treatment was stopped. At the end of the sixth week necropsies were performed to assess the rate of recurrence. The volume and histopathological scores of endometriotic foci were examined. RESULTS Volumes of the endometriotic lesions significantly decreased in the melatonin group. Also, when the melatonin group was analysed within itself, endometriotic lesion volumes decreased and histopathological scores increased significantly. CONCLUSION Melatonin causes regression of the endometriotic lesions in rats and improvement in their histopathological scores.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Yeditepe University School of Medicine, İstanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Yeditepe University School of Medicine, İstanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Yeditepe University School of Medicine, İstanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Pathology, Yeditepe University School of Medicine, İstanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Physiology and Experimental Studies and Research Center, Yeditepe University School of Medicine, İstanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Yeditepe University School of Medicine, İstanbul, Turkey
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Bedaiwy MA, Arrigain S, Mascha E. Pregnancy on long term follow up in endometriosis patients with evidence of altered peritoneal fluid oxidative stress status. MIDDLE EAST FERTILITY SOCIETY JOURNAL 2013. [DOI: 10.1016/j.mefs.2012.11.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Luteal phase insufficiency is one of the reasons for implantation failure and has been responsible for miscarriages and unsuccessful assisted reproduction. Luteal phase defect is seen in women with polycystic ovaries, thyroid and prolactin disorder. Low progesterone environment is created iatrogenically due to interventions in assisted reproduction. Use of gonadotrophin-releasing hormone analogs to prevent the LH surge and aspiration of granulosa cells during the oocyte retrieval may impair the ability of corpus luteum to produce progesterone. Treatment of the underlying disorder and use of progestational agents like progesterone/human chorionic gonadotrophin have been found to be effective in women with a history of recurrent miscarriage. There has been no proved beneficial effect of using additional agents like ascorbic acid, estrogen, prednisolone along with progesterone. Despite their widespread use, further studies are required to establish the optimal treatment. Literature review and analysis of published studies on luteal phase support.
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- Duru Shah
- Gynaecworld and Gynaecworld Assisted Fertility Unit Mumbai, Gynaecworld, Mumbai, India
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- Gynaecworld and Gynaecworld Assisted Fertility Unit Mumbai, Gynaecworld, Mumbai, India
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Agarwal A, Aponte-Mellado A, Premkumar BJ, Shaman A, Gupta S. The effects of oxidative stress on female reproduction: a review. Reprod Biol Endocrinol 2012; 10:49. [PMID: 22748101 PMCID: PMC3527168 DOI: 10.1186/1477-7827-10-49] [Citation(s) in RCA: 875] [Impact Index Per Article: 72.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2011] [Accepted: 06/06/2012] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Oxidative stress (OS), a state characterized by an imbalance between pro-oxidant molecules including reactive oxygen and nitrogen species, and antioxidant defenses, has been identified to play a key role in the pathogenesis of subfertility in both males and females. The adverse effects of OS on sperm quality and functions have been well documented. In females, on the other hand, the impact of OS on oocytes and reproductive functions remains unclear. This imbalance between pro-oxidants and antioxidants can lead to a number of reproductive diseases such as endometriosis, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and unexplained infertility. Pregnancy complications such as spontaneous abortion, recurrent pregnancy loss, and preeclampsia, can also develop in response to OS. Studies have shown that extremes of body weight and lifestyle factors such as cigarette smoking, alcohol use, and recreational drug use can promote excess free radical production, which could affect fertility. Exposures to environmental pollutants are of increasing concern, as they too have been found to trigger oxidative states, possibly contributing to female infertility. This article will review the currently available literature on the roles of reactive species and OS in both normal and abnormal reproductive physiological processes. Antioxidant supplementation may be effective in controlling the production of ROS and continues to be explored as a potential strategy to overcome reproductive disorders associated with infertility. However, investigations conducted to date have been through animal or in vitro studies, which have produced largely conflicting results. The impact of OS on assisted reproductive techniques (ART) will be addressed, in addition to the possible benefits of antioxidant supplementation of ART culture media to increase the likelihood for ART success. Future randomized controlled clinical trials on humans are necessary to elucidate the precise mechanisms through which OS affects female reproductive abilities, and will facilitate further explorations of the possible benefits of antioxidants to treat infertility.
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- Ashok Agarwal
- Center for Reproductive Medicine, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Center for Reproductive Medicine, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Center for Reproductive Medicine, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Center for Reproductive Medicine, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA
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Prieto L, Quesada JF, Cambero O, Pacheco A, Pellicer A, Codoceo R, Garcia-Velasco JA. Analysis of follicular fluid and serum markers of oxidative stress in women with infertility related to endometriosis. Fertil Steril 2012; 98:126-30. [PMID: 22578534 DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2012.03.052] [Citation(s) in RCA: 76] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2011] [Revised: 03/24/2012] [Accepted: 03/27/2012] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To study the levels of four markers of oxidative stress in follicular fluid (FF) and plasma of patients with infertility related to endometriosis and controls. DESIGN Experimental study. SETTING University-affiliated hospital and infertility center. PATIENT(S) Ninety-one infertile women were included in the study (23 infertile women with endometriosis and 68 controls including infertile women due to tubal factor, male factor, or healthy egg donors). INTERVENTION(S) Blood was obtained at the time of egg retrieval, and FF from the mature follicles of each ovary was centrifuged and frozen until analysis. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURE(S) Vitamin C and E, malondialdehyde, and superoxide dismutase concentrations in plasma and follicular fluid. RESULT(S) Women with endometriosis showed a lower vitamin C concentration in FF (12.7 ± 5.9 vs. 9.7 ± 6.9 μg/mL) and lower superoxide dismutase concentration in plasma (0.9 ± 1.4 vs. 0.5 ± 0.7 U/mL) compared with controls. Vitamin E plasma levels were significantly higher in women with endometriosis (8.1 ± 3.8 vs. 5.2 ± 3.2 μg/mL). A nonsignificant trend toward a lower plasma concentration of malondialdehyde was found in women with endometriosis. CONCLUSION(S) These findings suggest a lower antioxidant capacity in infertile women with endometriosis. Although a certain level of reactive oxygen species is required under physiological conditions, an altered balance between pro-oxidant and antioxidant activities may have an impact on folliculogenesis and adequate embryo development.
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- Laura Prieto
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, La Paz Hospital, Madrid, Spain
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Bedaiwy MA, Elnashar SA, Goldberg JM, Sharma R, Mascha EJ, Arrigain S, Agarwal A, Falcone T. Effect of follicular fluid oxidative stress parameters on intracytoplasmic sperm injection outcome. Gynecol Endocrinol 2012; 28:51-5. [PMID: 21714695 DOI: 10.3109/09513590.2011.579652] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to evaluate the association between the follicular fluid (FF) reactive oxygen species (ROS) levels, total antioxidant capacity (TAC) and ROS-TAC score and pregnancy after intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI). METHODS A total of 138 consecutive women who had ICSI were included in this study. FF ROS and TAC were measured by enhanced chemiluminescence and colorimetric assay, respectively, and then the ROS-TAC score was calculated. RESULTS Out of the 138 included patients, 42 (30%) achieved pregnancy after ICSI. Log ROS, TAC, and the ROS-TAC score were not significantly different across diagnoses. Pregnant cycles were associated with significantly lower ROS (P < 0.001), higher TAC (P < 0.001) and higher ROS-TAC scores (P < 0.001). After adjusting for age, there was a significant positive correlation between log ROS and the number of follicles on the day of HCG administration (correlation 0.20, 95% CI: 0.02, 0.39) as well as the number of oocytes retrieved (correlation 0.18, 0.001, 0.36) but not with TAC. Interestingly, in women with endometriosis, higher TAC levels and higher ROS-TAC scores were associated with a higher likelihood of finding normal oocytes (P = 0.005 and P = 0.002, respectively). CONCLUSION Higher FF TAC, higher FF ROS-TAC scores and lower FF ROS levels are associated with pregnancy after ICSI. Oxidative stress parameters may be markers of metabolic activity within the follicle.
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- Mohamed A Bedaiwy
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospitals Case Medical Center, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH, USA
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Male factor accounts for almost 50% cases of infertility. The exact mechanism of sperm dysfunction is not known in many cases. Extensive research in the last decade has led to the identification of free radicals (reactive oxygen species) as mediators of sperm dysfunction in both specific diagnoses and idiopathic cases of male infertility. Elevated levels of reactive oxygen species are seen in up to 30-80% of men with male infertility. The role of free radicals has been studied extensively in the process of human reproduction. We know now that a certain level of free radicals is necessary for normal sperm function, whereas an excessive level of free radicals can cause detrimental effect on sperm function and subsequent fertilisation and offspring health. Oxidative stress develops when there is an imbalance between generation of free radicals and scavenging capacity of anti-oxidants in reproductive tract. Oxidative stress has been shown to affect both standard semen parameters and fertilising capacity. In addition, high levels of free radicals have been associated with lack of or poor fertility outcome after natural conception or assisted reproduction. Diagnostic techniques to quantify free radicals in infertile patients can assist physicians treating patients with infertility to plan for proper treatment strategies. In vivo anti-oxidants can be used against oxidative stress in male reproductive tract. Supplementation of in vitro anti-oxidants can help prevent the oxidative stress during sperm preparation techniques in assisted reproduction.
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- Ashok Agarwal
- Centre for Advanced Research in Human, Reproduction, Infertility, and Sexual Function, Glickman Urological Institute, The Cleveland Clinic Foundation, 9500 Euclid Avenue, Desk A19.1, Cleveland, OH 44195, USA.
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Rezvanfar MA, Rezvanfar MA, Ahmadi A, Saadi HAS, Baeeri M, Abdollahi M. Mechanistic links between oxidative/nitrosative stress and tumor necrosis factor alpha in letrozole-induced murine polycystic ovary:. Hum Exp Toxicol 2011; 31:887-97. [DOI: 10.1177/0960327111426589] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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This study aimed to investigate the possible relationship between ovarian functionality and the oxidative response during cystogenesis induced by hyperandrogenization with letrozole and examine protective effect of the peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma (PPAR-γ) agonist, pioglitazone (PIO), in polycystic ovary (PCO). Ovarian cysts were induced by oral administration of letrozol (1 mg/kg/day) for 21 consecutive days in the female rats. Effective dose of PIO (20 mg/kg/day) was administrated orally for 21 days. Serum estradiol (E), progesterone (P), testosterone (T), and the ovarian immunomodulator prostaglandin E (PGE) were analyzed as biomarkers of ovarian function. To determine the role of oxidative stress in PCO, the level of cellular lipid peroxidation (LPO), superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT), glutathione peroxidase (GPx), and peroxynitrite (ONOO), and tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-α) as a marker of inflammation and apoptosis were measured in serum and the ovaries. Letrozole-induced PCO in rats exhibited a significant increase in LPO and ONOO in serum and ovary while significantly decreased serum and ovarian SOD, CAT, and GPx. Serum T and TNF-α, and ovarian PGE were increased in animals with cysts compared with healthy controls, while E and P diminished. When compared to control group, letrozole-treated group showed irregular sexual cycles, polycystic ovaries characterized by high incidence of sub-capsular ovarian cyst with diminished or scant granulosa cell layer, increased number of atretic pre-antral and antral follicles and absence of corpus luteum. There were almost no primary, secondary, and tertiary follicles observed in PCO rats. All measured parameters were improved by PIO and reached close to normal levels. The present study further supports the role of oxidative/nitrosative stress and infiammatory responses in the pathogenesis of letrozole-induced hyperandrogenic PCO rats. Results indicate that PIO is able to exert direct antioxidative and anti-inflammatory effects on the endocrine, biochemical, and pathological alterations independent of its possible effects mediated via increased insulin sensitivity in hyperandrogenized PCO.
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- MA Rezvanfar
- Faculty of Pharmacy, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Faculty of Pharmacy, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Laboratory of Histology and Embryology, Department of Basic Science, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Urmia University, Iran
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- Production Animal Health Department, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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- Faculty of Pharmacy, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Faculty of Pharmacy, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Endocrinology and Metabolism Research Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Yi B, Kasai H, Lee HS, Kang Y, Park JY, Yang M. Inhibition by wheat sprout (Triticum aestivum) juice of bisphenol A-induced oxidative stress in young women. Mutat Res 2011; 724:64-8. [PMID: 21736952 DOI: 10.1016/j.mrgentox.2011.06.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2011] [Revised: 06/08/2011] [Accepted: 06/22/2011] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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For health of future generation, fertile young women should be monitored for exposure of endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs). Among EDCs, bisphenol A (BPA) is suggested to induce reactive oxygen species (ROS) which play an important role in pathologies of female diseases such as endometriosis. On the other hand, previous studies suggested that sprouts of wheat (Triticum aestivum) have antimutagenicity and antioxidant activity. We performed the 2 weeks intervention of wheat sprout juice (100ml/day) to investigate its effects on BPA-exposure and -oxidative toxicity in young women (N=14, age=24.4±4.0). Geometrical mean of urinary BPA levels was 1.81 (GSTD, 4.34)μg/g creatinine. We observed that irregular meals significantly increased levels of urinary BPA approximate 3 times (p=0.03). In addition, we found BPA-induced oxidative stress is correlated with levels of 8-hydroxydeoxyguanosine (8-OHdG) or malondialdehyde (MDA) levels (p=0.18 or 0.03, respectively). We also observed a continuous reduction of urinary BPA during the wheat sprout intervention (p=0.02). In summary, our data suggested potential detoxification of wheat sprouts on BPA-toxicity via antioxidative and interference of absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion (ADME)-mediated mechanisms in young women.
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- Bitna Yi
- Sookmyung Women's University, College of Pharmacy, Seoul 140-742, Republic of Korea
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Anderson K, Nisenblat V, Norman R. Lifestyle factors in people seeking infertility treatment - A review. Aust N Z J Obstet Gynaecol 2010; 50:8-20. [PMID: 20218991 DOI: 10.1111/j.1479-828x.2009.01119.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 118] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND Clinical infertility is a prevalent problem with significant financial and psychosocial costs. Modifiable lifestyle factors exist that may affect a person's time to conception and their chance of having a healthy, live birth. However, no guideline delineates what preconception advice should be offered to people presenting for infertility treatment. AIM The aim of this article is to review the literature regarding modifiable lifestyle factors in people seeking infertility treatment. RESULTS A person's time to pregnancy and their chance of having a healthy, live birth may be affected by factors such as weight, vitamin and iodine intake, alcohol and caffeine consumption, smoking, substance abuse, stress, environmental pollutants, vaccinations and oxidative stress. CONCLUSIONS Advice on modifiable lifestyle factors should be given to people presenting for infertility treatment to help them make positive changes that may improve their chances of pregnancy and delivering a healthy, live baby. Developing a guideline for this would be a prudent step towards helping clinicians to implement this aspect of preconception care.
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- Kirsty Anderson
- Level 6 Medical School, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
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Agarwal A, Gupta S, Sekhon L, Shah R. Redox considerations in female reproductive function and assisted reproduction: from molecular mechanisms to health implications. Antioxid Redox Signal 2008; 10:1375-403. [PMID: 18402550 DOI: 10.1089/ars.2007.1964] [Citation(s) in RCA: 198] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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Physiological levels of reactive oxygen species (ROS) play an important regulatory role through various signaling transduction pathways in folliculogenesis, oocyte maturation, endometrial cycle, luteolysis, implantation, embryogenesis, and pregnancy. Persistent and elevated generation of ROS leads to a disturbance of redox potential that in turn causes oxidative stress (OS). Our literature review captures the role of ROS in modulating a range of physiological functions and pathological processes affecting the female reproductive life span and even thereafter (i.e., menopause). The role of OS in female reproduction is becoming increasingly important, as recent evidence suggest that it plays a part in conditions such as polycystic ovarian disease, endometriosis, spontaneous abortions, preeclampsia, hydatidiform mole, embryopathies, preterm labor, and intrauterine growth retardation. OS has been implicated in different reproductive scenarios and is detrimental to both natural and assisted fertility. Many extrinsic and intrinsic conditions exist in assisted reproduction settings that can be tailored to reduce the toxic effects of ROS. Laboratory personnel should avoid procedures that are known to be deleterious, especially when safer procedures that can prevent OS are available. Although antioxidants such as folate, zinc, and thiols may help enhance fertility, the available data are contentious and must be evaluated in controlled studies with larger populations.
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- Ashok Agarwal
- Reproductive Research Center, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Glickman Urological and Kidney Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio 44195, USA.
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Ruder EH, Hartman TJ, Blumberg J, Goldman MB. Oxidative stress and antioxidants: exposure and impact on female fertility. Hum Reprod Update 2008; 14:345-57. [PMID: 18535004 DOI: 10.1093/humupd/dmn011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 209] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/03/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Reproductive failure is a significant public health concern. Although relatively little is known about factors affecting fertility and early pregnancy loss, a growing body of literature suggests that environmental and lifestyle factors play an important role. There is sufficient evidence to hypothesize that diet, particularly its constituent antioxidants, and oxidative stress (OS) may influence the timing and maintenance of a viable pregnancy. We hypothesize that conditions leading to OS in the female affect time-to-pregnancy and early pregnancy loss. METHODS We review the epidemiology of female infertility related to antioxidant defenses and oxidation and examine potential sources of OS from the ovarian germ cell through the stages of human pregnancy and pregnancy complications related to infertility. Articles were identified through a search of the PubMed database. RESULTS Female OS is a likely mediator of conception and threshold levels for OS exist, dependent on anatomic location and stage of preconception. CONCLUSIONS Prospective pregnancy studies with dietary assessment and collection of biological samples prior to conception with endpoints of time-to-pregnancy and early pregnancy loss are needed.
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- Elizabeth H Ruder
- Department of Nutritional Sciences, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802, USA.
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Lambrinoudaki IV, Augoulea A, Christodoulakos GE, Economou EV, Kaparos G, Kontoravdis A, Papadias C, Creatsas G. Measurable serum markers of oxidative stress response in women with endometriosis. Fertil Steril 2008; 91:46-50. [PMID: 18206876 DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2007.11.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 70] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2007] [Revised: 11/06/2007] [Accepted: 11/12/2007] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate the hypothesis of increased systemic oxidative stress in patients with endometriosis. SETTING Tertiary care university hospital. DESIGN Cross-sectional study. PATIENT(S) Sixty-six women of reproductive age undergoing laparoscopy. INTERVENTION(S) All women were investigated for endometriotic foci during laparoscopy. Forty-five women had laparoscopically and histologically confirmed endometriosis, and 21 women did not have endometriosis. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURE(S) Four markers of oxidative stress were assessed in the serum of each patient: heat shock protein 70 (HSP70), HSP70b', thioredoxin (TRX), and ischemia-modified albumin (IMA). RESULT(S) Mean serum HSP 70b' level was higher in patients with endometriosis compared with controls (0.178 ng/mL, SD 0.103, and 0.135 ng/mL, SD 0.014, respectively). The disease stage did not affect HSP70b' levels. Heat shock protein 70, IMA, and TRX levels did not differ between patients with endometriosis and controls. Women with a history of arterial hypertension had higher mean IMA levels compared with women with normal blood pressure independently of the presence of endometriosis (106.7 [SD 25.4] U/mL and 85.0 [SD 11.5] U/mL, respectively). CONCLUSION(S) Endometriosis is associated with increased systemic oxidative stress. The implication of increased systemic oxidative stress in disease progression or the association with other oxidative stress-related pathologic conditions needs to be addressed in further studies.
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- Irene V Lambrinoudaki
- Second Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Athens, Aretaieio Hospital, Athens, Greece.
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Fatemi HM, Popovic-Todorovic B, Papanikolaou E, Donoso P, Devroey P. An update of luteal phase support in stimulated IVF cycles. Hum Reprod Update 2007; 13:581-90. [PMID: 17626114 DOI: 10.1093/humupd/dmm021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 143] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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Stimulated IVF cycles are associated with luteal phase defect. In order to overcome this, different doses, durations and types of luteal phase support (LPS) have been evaluated. There is still no agreement regarding the optimal supplementation scheme. The aim of this paper is to assess the past and the current clinical practices of luteal supplementation in IVF. The databases of Medline and PubMed were searched to identify relevant publications. LPS with human chorionic gonadotrophin (hCG) [n=262, odds ratio (OR) 2.72 (95%), confidence interval (CI) 1.56-4.90, P<0.05] or progesterone (n=260, OR 1.57 CI 1.13, 2.17, P<0.05) results in an increased pregnancy rate compared with placebo, however, hCG is associated with increased risk of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome. Natural micronized progesterone is not efficient if taken orally. The data on oral dydrogesterone are still conflicting. Vaginal and intra muscular progesterone have comparable outcomes. The addition of estradiol (E2) seems to be beneficial in long GnRH agonist protocol (implantation rate 39.6% with E2 compared with no E2; P<0.05) but not in the short GnRH agonist and GnRH antagonist protocol. Despite the early promising results, it is too early to recommend the use of GnRH agonist in LPS. LPS should cease on the day of positive HCG. Since the cause of luteal phase defect in IVF appears to be related to the supraphysiological levels of steroids, milder stimulation protocols should be advocated in order to eventually overcome the luteal phase defect.
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- Centre for Reproductive Medicine (VUB/CRG), Dutch-Speaking Free University Brussels, Laarbeeklaan 101, 1090 Brussels, Belgium.
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Güney M, Oral B, Karahan N, Mungan T. Regression of endometrial explants in a rat model of endometriosis treated with melatonin. Fertil Steril 2007; 89:934-42. [PMID: 17582405 DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2007.04.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 57] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2006] [Revised: 04/19/2007] [Accepted: 04/19/2007] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To determine the antioxidant, antiinflammatory, and immunomodulatory effects of melatonin on endometrial explants, the distribution of cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2), the activity of antioxidant enzymes superoxide dismutase (SOD) and catalase (CAT), and levels of malondialdehyde (MDA) in the rat endometriosis model. DESIGN Prospective, placebo-controlled experimental study. SETTING Experimental surgery laboratory in a university department. ANIMAL(S) Twenty-five rats with experimentally induced endometriosis. INTERVENTION(S) Endometriosis was surgically induced in 25 rats by transplanting an autologous fragment of endometrial tissue onto the inner surface of the abdominal wall. Four weeks later, three rats were killed and the remaining 22 rats given second-look laparotomies to identify and measure ectopic uterine tissue in three dimensions. After the second laparotomy, 4 weeks of vehicle and melatonin treatment were administered, then all of the rats were given a third laparotomy and killed. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURE(S) The volume and weight of the implants were measured. The remaining rats were randomly divided into two groups. In control group (group 1; n = 11) no medication was given. To the rats in melatonin-treated group (group 2; n = 11), 10 mg/kg a day of melatonin was administered intraperitoneally. Four weeks later, after the second laparotomy, the endometrial explants were reevaluated morphologically, and COX-2 expression was evaluated immunohistochemically and histologically. In addition, endometrial explants were analyzed for the antioxidant enzymes SOD, CAT, and MDA, a marker of lipid peroxidation. A scoring system was used to evaluate expression of COX-2 and preservation of epithelia. RESULT(S) The pretreatment and posttreatment volumes within the control group were 135.9 +/- 31.5 and 129.4 +/- 28.7, respectively. The mean explant volume was 141.4 +/- 34.4 within the melatonin group before the treatment and 42.9 +/- 14.0 after 4 weeks of treatment. There was a statistically significant difference in spherical volumes (129.4 +/- 28.7 versus 42.9 +/- 14.0 mm(3)) of explant weights (155.8 +/- 27.1 versus 49.6 +/- 19.5 mg) and COX-2 positivity (91% versus 18.1%) between groups after the third laparotomy. In the melatonin-treated group, the endometrial explant levels of MDA statistically significantly decreased and activities of SOD and CAT significantly increased when compared with the control group. The epithelia showed statistically significantly better preservation in the control group when compared with the melatonin-treated group (2.54 +/- 0.52 versus 0.63 +/- 0.50). CONCLUSION(S) Melatonin causes regression and atrophy of the endometriotic lesions in rats.
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- Mehmet Güney
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Süleyman Demirel University, Isparta, Turkey.
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