Reframing Endometriosis: Interplay of NETs, Macrophages, and Lymphocytes at the Crossroads of Disease Progression, Infertility, and Malignant Transformation.
Endometriosis (ENDO) is a painful, chronic gynecological disease widely affecting women globally. While traditionally classified as a hormonal disorder, ENDO is now increasingly recognized as a multifaceted immune-mediated syndrome driven …
The dual nature of immunotherapy in female reproductive disorders: immune homeostasis and clinical challenges.
The female reproductive system (FRS) exhibits unique immunological characteristics, balancing defense against pathogens with tolerance to sperm and semi-allogeneic embryos. Key players include decidual natural killer (dNK) cells, immune checkpoint …
Incidental Primary Ovarian Squamous Cell Carcinoma Arising in Endometriosis Presenting As Adenomyosis-Related Abnormal Uterine Bleeding.
Adenomyosis often coexists with endometriosis, which primarily involves the ovary and can lead to endometriosis‑associated ovarian cancers, most commonly endometrioid and clear‑cell carcinomas. Ovarian squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) arising in …