Patients with endometriosis often experience bowel symptoms such as changing stool, abdominal pain and bloating similar to those associated with irritable bowel syndrome. These symptoms reduce quality of life (QoL). …
BACKGROUND Experts and experience in the medical profession are required for diagnosis of pelvic endometriosis. The objective of this study was to compare the diagnostic parameters of transvaginal ultrasound versus …
Endometriosis describes the presence of endometrial tissue outside the uterine cavity. These patients often experience cyclic pain, dysmenorrhea, dyspareunia and infertility. Extra-pelvic endometriosis, particularly at the umbilicus, is rare. The …
The mechanisms behind endometriosis-related pain are not yet fully understood. To determine if there is a difference in the density of endometrial nerve fibers between women with endometriosis and healthy …
To analyse endometriosis diagnostic errors made by clinicians as reported by patients with endometriosis.
Previous research has identified treatment attributes and outcomes for endometriosis patients, highlighting the need for tailored interventions to improve patient care. These studies emphasize the need to understand patient experiences, …
Bowel endometriosis affects 8-12% of women with infiltrating endometriosis, mostly involving the rectum and sigmoid1. Surgery is preferred when medical therapy fails or is contraindicated. Although segmental resection has shown …
The objective of this study was to evaluate the prevalence and impact of female sexual dysfunction and sexual distress in women with endometriosis. This retrospective, analytical, observational study included patients …
Surgery for endometriosis is usually performed through minimally invasive surgery, either by experienced endometriosis surgeons or by supervised gynecology residents during their surgical training. This trial aimed to assess the …
Do the diagnostic delay and symptoms differ between endometriosis patients with advanced disease, defined as endometriosis involving the vagina, intestine, rectovaginal septum, or bladder (eVIRB), compared to patients without endometriosis …