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  • Biotechnology

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  • Exosomes are small extracellular vesicles (EVs) involved in intercellular communication.
  • Their quantity and content are linked to various diseases, including female infertility.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the role of exosomes in female infertility.
  • To explore their involvement in oocyte development, ovarian function, PCOS, uterine diseases, endometrial receptivity, and fallopian tube dysfunction.

Main Methods:

  • Extensive literature search on exosomes and female infertility.
  • Systematic review of relevant research articles.

Main Results:

  • Exosomes demonstrate potential as therapeutic agents for female infertility.
  • The precise pathophysiological roles of exosomes in female infertility require further elucidation.

Conclusions:

  • Exosomes play a significant role in female infertility.
  • Exosomes hold potential as a novel drug delivery system for treating female infertility.