Could a 'Flora Transplant' stop recurring vaginal infections?

NCT ID NCT02236429

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether transferring healthy vaginal bacteria from donors can cure recurrent bacterial vaginosis (BV). Ten women with frequent BV will receive the transplant. The goal is to restore natural balance and prevent repeat infections without antibiotics.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

vaginal flora transplant

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a new way to treat recurrent bacterial vaginosis without relying on repeated antibiotics.

What could go wrong

This is a very small early trial with only 10 participants. It may not work for everyone, and there are risks of infection or rejection of the donor bacteria.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

bacterial vaginosis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Hadassah Medical Organization

    Jerusalem, Israel