Posts by: Patricia Inacio, PhD

Patricia Inacio, PhD

Patricia holds her Ph.D. in Cell Biology from University Nova de Lisboa, and has served as an author on several research projects and fellowships, as well as major grant applications for European Agencies. She also served as a PhD student research assistant in the Laboratory of Doctor David A. Fidock, Department of Microbiology & Immunology, Columbia University, New York.

January 6, 2017

Alteration in Single Protein at Uterine Junction is Linked to Endometriosis

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Researchers found evidence of altered expression of a single protein, called oxytocin, linked to endometriosis-related fertility and dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation). The study “The abnormal expression of oxytocin receptors in the ... Read more

December 7, 2016

Combination Therapy Improved Pregnancy Outcomes in Endometriosis Patients in Chinese Study

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Combining gestrinone and Mifeprex (mifepristone) led to improved outcomes for endometriosis patients when compared to gestrinone alone, according to a new study. The therapeutic benefits included decreased hormone levels and enhanced ... Read more

November 7, 2016

Endometrosis in Advanced Stages Seen to Complicate Births Aided by Infertility Treatments

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Endometrosis in more advanced stages can cause complications in births aided by infertility treatments. Specifically, the chances for preterm birth and placenta previa were significantly increased in these women, according to researchers at ... Read more

July 26, 2016August 1, 2016

SpeeDx’s Novel Platform Detects Mycoplasma Genitalium Infections Faster

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SpeeDx recently announced findings that show its new multiplex qPCR kits can improve detection of mycoplasma genitalium, a bacterium that can cause endometriosis and other diseases. The study is summarized in “Multiplex ... Read more

May 27, 2016May 27, 2016

In Endometriosis Study, Enzyme Found to Regulate Hormone-Dependent Migration of Cells

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The enzyme phosphatase of regenerating liver-3 (PRL-3) was identified as a key regulator of endometrial stromal cells’ (ESCs) migration in endometriosis. The study, “PRL-3 Is Involved in Estrogen- and IL-6–Induced Migration ... Read more

April 12, 2016April 13, 2016

Lesion Growth in Endometriosis Mouse Model Suppressed by Inhibiting Specific Enzyme, a Promising Therapeutic Target

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Inhibiting a certain enzyme improves endometriosis-associated symptoms and halts the growth of lesions in a mouse model of the disease, according to a study titled “Tranylcypromine, a lysine-specific demethylase 1 ... Read more

March 11, 2016March 11, 2016

Endometriosis May Be Detected in Its Early Stages Through Serum Levels of a Protein

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Serum levels of tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-a) are elevated in endometriosis patients, particularly in early stages of the disease, and may serve as a diagnostic biomarker, according to a study titled “Soluble ... Read more

February 26, 2016February 26, 2016

In Endometriosis, Blood Platelets May Work in Concert with Lesions to Promote Disease

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Researchers have demonstrated that platelets are a new player in endometriosis and are activated by endometriosis-derived stromal cells, contributing to disease development, according to a study titled “Endometriosis-Derived Stromal Cells Secrete ... Read more

February 24, 2016February 24, 2016

Estrogen May Promote Endometriosis Through Transcription Factor Expression

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The hormone estrogen induces the expression of a specific transcription factor called GATA-3 and may stimulate endometriosis by altering the secretion of cytokines (proteins that help cells communicate with each other in ... Read more

January 25, 2016January 25, 2016

Key Research Into Endometriosis Could Help Uncover New Treatments

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A study titled “Uterine Leukocyte Function and Dysfunction: A Hypothesis on the Impact of Endometriosis” explored the impact of leukocytes in the uterus and their role in endometriosis. The study, published ... Read more