Despoina Chrysostomou

Vaginal microbiota composition, inflammation, and preterm birth vary by HIV status and ethnicity in a UK pregnancy cohort

Abstract Background Low-diversity, Lactobacillus -dominated vaginal microbiota are associated with immune protection in pregnancy, whereas community state type (CST) IV and transitional CST III are linked to inflammation and preterm birth (PTB). Pregnant women living with HIV (PW...

Fecal microbiota transplant in the treatment of inflammatory bowel diseases: new perspectives on delivery, mechanism, and clinical positioning

Abstract The gut microbiota, a complex and dynamic community of microorganisms, has emerged as a crucial determinant of human health and well-being in recent years. This microbial ecosystem plays a pivotal role in various physiological processes, including nutrient metabolism, im...