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Review
. 2017 Nov-Dec;168(9-10):892-901.
doi: 10.1016/j.resmic.2017.02.002. Epub 2017 Feb 24.

The role of Escherichia coli in reproductive health: state of the art

Piet Cools  1
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Review

The role of Escherichia coli in reproductive health: state of the art

Piet Cools. Res Microbiol. 2017 Nov-Dec.
Free article

Abstract

Escherichia coli is a well-known commensal of the normal intestinal microbiome that can also colonize the vaginal microbiome, usually without symptoms. However, E. coli can also be a highly virulent and frequently deadly pathogen. In this review, I will discuss the role E. coli has in reproductive health and disease.

Keywords: Escherichia coli; Infertility; Maternal sepsis; Neonatal sepsis; Stillbirth.

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