Endometriosis affects up to 15% of women of reproductive age and can lead to various symptoms. More than 200 million people worldwide are at risk of higher than safe levels …
Primary umbilical endometriosis (PUE) is a rare form of extragenital endometriosis, accounting for only 0.5%-1% of all endometriosis cases. Surgical excision is the primary treatment; however, it often results in …
Catamenial pneumothorax (CP), the most common manifestation of thoracic endometriosis syndrome, is a rare form of primary spontaneous pneumothorax that occurs in women of reproductive age. Although CP is usually …
Hormones are present in oral fluids and undergo dynamic changes throughout life. Hormonal changes can influence the interactions between the microbial community and the host. The oral microbiome is sensitive …
Endometriosis involving the bowel is a severe form of the disease, and the bowel is the most common site of extragenital endometriosis. Surface lesions of the bowel are considered peritoneal …
Endometriosis is a gynecologic disorder characterized by endometrial-like tissue in ectopic locations, outside of the uterine cavity. In the adolescent population, the diagnosis of endometriosis is often overlooked as a …
Ovarian endometriomas (OEMs), cystic formations within the ovaries, are a significant manifestation of endometriosis and present in 20-40% of affected women. Despite extensive research, the pathogenesis of endometriosis remains unclear, …
Endometriosis is a non-malignant, inflammatory condition that impacts individuals across various hormonal stages, including before their first menstruation, throughout their reproductive years, and after menopause. This condition arises when tissue …
Chronic pelvic pain affects up to 26% of individuals with female anatomy and is defined as at least 6 months of pain that is perceived to originate in the pelvis. …