Neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) or carcinoid tumors are rare neoplasms originating from neuroendocrine cells, most commonly found in the appendix. While NETs are often asymptomatic, they may present with abdominal pain, …
Endometriosis is a prevalent condition characterized by persistent pelvic pain, which leads to distress and reduced quality of life. Currently, there is limited research examining the psychological factors associated with …
Vitamin D a fat-soluble steroid hormone signals through Vitamin D Receptors (VDRs) located throughout the ovaries, uterus, placenta, hypothalamus, and pituitary gland, influencing immune regulation and female reproductive physiology. This …
To provide health care professionals with an evidence-based approach to the diagnosis and management of endometriosis and its associated symptoms.
Peritoneal inclusion cysts (PICs) are benign cystic lesions typically observed in women of reproductive age with prior pelvic surgery, endometriosis, or pelvic inflammatory disease. To date, no cases of PICs …
Obstructed hemivagina and ipsilateral renal anomaly syndrome was first identified by Purslow in 1922 as a result of abnormal embryologic development of the Müllerian (paramesonephric) and Wolffian (mesonephric) ducts. The …
Umbilical endometriosis, also known as Villar's nodule, is an atypical manifestation of endometriosis. We present a rare case of spontaneous Villar's nodule in a young, nulliparous woman with no history …
Are there histological and immunohistochemical patterns of superficial peritoneal endometriotic lesions of symptomatic patients that characterize non-response to dienogest treatment and may suggest progesterone resistance?
To compare pain, menstrual flow, and quality of life (QoL) between women undergoing surgery for endometriosis only compared with women with endometriosis and coexisting adenomyosis.
Background: There is a growing number of studies suggesting the effectiveness of dietary supplements in preventing and treating endometriosis. It has been suggested that deficiencies in vitamins D and E …