Probiotics for the treatment of vulvovaginal candidiasis in nonpregnant women: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials | Synapse
March 3, 2026
Probiotics for the treatment of vulvovaginal candidiasis in nonpregnant women: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Key Points
Probiotics significantly reduce symptoms of vulvovaginal candidiasis in treated women, indicating effectiveness.
The analysis included 15 randomized controlled trials with varying probiotic strains.
Randomized controlled trial meta-analysis shows a notable improvement in treatment outcomes.
Findings support the potential use of probiotics as an alternative treatment for vulvovaginal candidiasis.