Etiologies of endometriosis and model systems: is there a risk of a tunnel vision?
Endometriosis is the growth of endometrial-like tissue at non-uterine locations, primarily within the peritoneal cavity. The disease can have diverse presentations with superficial lesions, deep invading lesions and ovarian cysts …
Understanding Peritoneal Fluid Estrogen and Progesterone Concentrations Permits Individualization of Medical Treatment of Endometriosis-Associated Pain with Lower Doses, Especially in Adolescents Not Requiring Contraception.
Objectives: The aim of this study was to review the importance of peritoneal fluid steroid hormone concentrations to understand the mechanism of hormonal medical treatment of endometriosis-associated pain. Design: The …
Mechanism of vascular endothelial growth factor regulating hypoxia and inflammatory microenvironment in endometriosis: based on bioinformatics and multi-level validation.
Endometriosis remains a prevalent gynecological disorder that affects women during their reproductive years, featured by progressive inflammation and enhanced HIF-1α expression. This paper intended to plumb the mechanism of vascular …
Functions of Estrogen and Estrogen-Related Receptors in Diseases of the Female Reproductive System.
Diseases of the female reproductive system are prevalent. These conditions often have a high proportion of asymptomatic patients and prolonged treatment durations. Estrogen, a crucial steroid hormone, plays a central …
The Diagnostic Performance of Transvaginal Ultrasound for Posterior Compartment Endometriosis Compared to Laparoscopic and Histopathological Findings: A Systematic Review.
Background: Deep infiltrating endometriosis (DIE) frequently affects the posterior pelvic compartment, where accurate non-invasive imaging is essential for diagnosis and surgical planning. Aim: This systematic review evaluates the diagnostic performance …