Progress in Female Reproductive Health

Dear Colleagues,

Female reproductive health is a fundamental area of medicine with profound implications for individual well-being and public health. Despite notable progress in recent decades, many conditions—including infertility, endometriosis, gynecological cancers, pregnancy complications, and the influence of environmental and lifestyle factors—remain major clinical and research challenges.

Fertility-sparing strategies are increasingly integrated into routine gynecologic and oncologic practice, influencing patient counseling, shared decision making, and long-term quality of life. Their impact extends beyond clinical outcomes, touching on psychosocial well-being, family planning, and the patient’s sense of autonomy during and after treatment. This Special Issue, “Progress in Female Reproductive Health”, highlights recent developments in basic, translational, and clinical research aimed at enhancing diagnostic accuracy, advancing therapeutic strategies, and strengthening preventive approaches in this field. Key topics include the clinical application of novel biomarkers, innovations in reproductive care, fertility preservation, maternal–fetal health, and the integration of genetics, epigenetics, and precision medicine into patient management.    

By bringing together contributions from diverse disciplines, this collection underscores the importance of multidisciplinary collaboration in expanding knowledge and improving clinical outcomes for women worldwide. We anticipate that the articles included in this Special Issue will serve as a valuable resource for clinicians, researchers, and policymakers, while stimulating further investigation to address the unmet needs in female reproductive health.

Guest Editors

Dr. Stefano Restaino
Dr. Martina Arcieri
Guest Editors

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