The change of NCR expression and cytokine production of NK cells in peripheral blood and peritoneal fluid by hormonal treatment in patients with endometriosis

Problem: The pathogenesis of endometriosis has not clarified yet, but immune factors may be involved in the development of endometriosis. Especially, it has been reported that NK cell activity was decreased and NK cell inhibitory receptors were increased. Low-estrogen-progestin (LEP) is available for the treatment of endometriosis, the effect of LEP for NK cell is controversial.
Source: Journal of Reproductive Immunology - Category: Allergy & Immunology Authors: Source Type: research