Pleural endometriosis is a rare condition characterized by the presence of endometrial tissue outside the uterus, involving the pleura. This atypical condition can be asymptomatic or cause respiratory symptoms such …
In 1995, Morris first described cesarean scar defect (CSD) as an "isthmocele" by macroscopy following hysterectomy in women with a prior cesarean delivery. CSD is associated with gynecological symptoms such …
The shift in paradigm from the belief that endometriosis exclusively affects women of reproductive age has brought attention to its manifestation in postmenopausal patients. Despite this emerging awareness, there remains …
This study aims to examine the effect of full thickness discoid resection (FTDR) and modified, limited nerve-vessel sparing segmental bowel resection (NVSSR) in symptomatic patients with low rectal deep endometriosis …
Endometriosis is a complex and heterogeneous condition affecting 10% of reproductive-age women, and yet, it often goes undiagnosed for several years. Limited observed heritability (7%) of large genetic association studies …
Tailgut cysts are rare lesions which are found in the rectorectal space. They develop in the final section of the intestine from which the rectum and anus extend and vary …
In this case series, we discuss 10 cases of norethindrone-induced transaminitis and conduct a literature review of this rare adverse event. A retrospective chart review was conducted on 10 patients …
Background and Objectives: Oral contraceptives (OCs) are usually used to treat endometriosis; however, the evidence is inconsistent about whether OC use in the past, when given to asymptomatic women, is …
There is an ongoing debate on surgical techniques for colorectal deep endometriosis (DE) and their effects on gastrointestinal (GI) function. The aim of this study was to prospectively investigate the …
Endometriomas are the most common presenting subtype of endometriosis. Although most endometriomas are asymptomatic, patients can rarely present acutely with spontaneous rupture causing diffuse peritonitis and severe systemic inflammatory response.