Endometriosis is a complex, estrogen-dependent disease with limited effective treatments that often focus on symptom management rather than addressing the underlying pathology. Current therapies, such as progestins and GnRH agonists, …
Elagolix sodium (ELS), a non-peptide oral gonadotropin-releasing hormone receptor (GnRH) antagonist approved for the treatment of endometriosis-associated pain, displays atypical gelation in aqueous environments along with challenging physical properties such …
The reproductive microbiome plays a key role in disease progression and fertility in women with endometriosis. Vaginal and endometrial dysbiosis has been increasingly linked to inflammation, impaired reproductive outcomes, and …
LY01021 is a novel oral small-molecule gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) receptor antagonist intended for the treatment of various sex hormone-dependent disorders. This study aimed to evaluate the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics (PK), …
Endometriosis is a benign gynecological condition characterized by the presence of functional endometrial tissue outside the uterine cavity. Although it most commonly affects pelvic organs, bowel involvement is uncommon, and …
Endometriosis is a frequent chronic estrogen-dependent condition that can significantly impair fertility and reduce the quality of life in affected individuals. Women with endometriosis face a 30-50% risk of infertility. …
Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) antagonists inhibit estrogen synthesis and secretion, making them promising treatment options for estrogen-dependent diseases, such as endometriosis. This study developed a population pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic (PK/PD) model for merigolix, …
Endometriosis is a chronic inflammatory condition affecting ~10% of reproductive-age individuals and contributing significantly to infertility, pain, and reduced quality of life. Since our 2020 review, new pharmacologic strategies, updated …