While very commonly encountered in the uterus, in particular in the wall of the uterine corpus, leiomyomas are far less frequently found in extragenital sites in females. Atypical leiomyomas (synonyms: …
Non-human primates (NHPs) are considered important models for the study of reproductive diseases, due to their anatomical and physiological similarities to humans. However, studies on spontaneous lesions of the reproductive …
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), the most prevalent plasticizer worldwide, can enter the human body via various exposure pathways, including ingestion, inhalation, skin contact, and medical applications. It has been observed to …
The endometrium is a vital mucosal tissue which undergoes cyclical regeneration, differentiation, and remodeling upon hormonal, cellular, and molecular signaling networks. Dysregulation of these processes can trigger a range of …
IntroductionTransgender men are assigned female sex at birth, but identify with a masculine gender identity, prompting them to undergo gender-affirming surgery, usually following androgen therapy, which induces changes in histology …
Endometriosis is a chronic, estrogen-dependent inflammatory disorder characterized by ectopic endometrium-like tissue, leading to debilitating pain and reduced quality of life. Pain is the hallmark of endometriosis, with individuals experiencing …
Polypoidal rectal endometriosis is a rare and diagnostically challenging manifestation of deep infiltrating endometriosis that may mimic colorectal malignancy, especially in women lacking classical cyclical symptoms. We report such a …
To investigate the effects of microplastics (MPs) on the human endometrium in vitro.
Central sensitization (CSS), a condition where the central nervous system amplifies pain signals, may impact response to treatment of chronic pain conditions. The objective of this study is to determine …
The urachus is a remnant fibrous cord of the allantois and the ventral aspect of the cloaca that connects the urinary bladder to the anterior abdominal wall at the level …