Could a 'Vaginal microbiome Transplant' stop recurring BV?

NCT ID NCT07566754

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This phase 2 trial tests whether transferring vaginal fluid from healthy donors can help women aged 18-25 with recurrent bacterial vaginosis (BV). Participants first receive standard antibiotics, then the transplant. The goal is to see if this restores a healthy vaginal microbiome and prevents BV from coming back.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Vaginal microbiome transplantation (VMT) from healthy donors, plus oral metronidazole

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a new way to restore healthy vaginal bacteria and reduce repeat infections for women with recurrent bacterial vaginosis.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-phase trial (75 people) testing a novel biological treatment. It may not work for everyone, and long-term safety and effectiveness are unknown.

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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.

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    Durban, South Africa

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