Cervicovaginal Microbial-Immune State and Group B Streptococcus Colonization in Pregnancy.

Jennifer A McCoyHeather H BurrisKristin D GersonClare McCarthyJacques RavelMichal A Elovitz

Published in: American journal of perinatology (2023)

· The relationship between the CV microbiota and GBS RV colonization is unknown.. · A Lactobacillus-deficient, anaerobic rich vaginal community, CST IV-A, is associated with increased risk of GBS RV colonization.. · β-defensin-2 is an effect modifier of the association between CST IV-A and GBS RV+ status..

Keyphrases

mycobacterium tuberculosis
microbial community
healthcare
mental health
wastewater treatment
preterm birth
candida albicans
biofilm formation
pregnant women
heavy metals