Gardnerella vaginalis
Research Article | Host-Microbe BiologyHost Genetic Factors Associated with Vaginal Microbiome Composition in Kenyan WomenGlobally, bacterial vaginosis (BV) is a common condition in women. BV is associated with poorer reproductive health outcomes and HIV risk. Typically, BV represents a shift in the vaginal microbiome from one that is dominated by Lactobacillus to one that is diverse. Despite many women having similar exposures, the prevalence of BV and nonoptimal vaginal microbiome is increased for women of African descent, suggesting a possible...