In women, cardiovascular risk is influenced by factors that differ from those in men, including hormonal status, obstetric complications, and specific conditions such as migraine, endometriosis, or chronic inflammatory diseases. …
Exosomes are nanoscale extracellular vesicles that mediate intercellular communication by transporting microRNAs, proteins, and lipids. Generated through Endosomal Sorting Complex Required for Transport (ESCRT)-dependent mechanisms or ESCRT-independent pathways, exosomes are …
(Abstracted from Contraception 2025:150:111016, doi:10.1016/j.contraception.2025.111016) Adenomyosis occurs when ectopic endometrial glands invade the myometrium and can cause symptoms such as an enlarged uterus, heavy menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain, infertility, and …
Abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB), particularly when associated with uterine leiomyomas, is a frequent cause of iron deficiency anemia among women of reproductive age. While commonly manageable, in rare instances, AUB …
Colorectal endometriosis (CRE) is one of the most severe forms of deep pelvic endometriosis with a high risk of major postoperative complications. While pelvic MRI is the gold standard for …
Herlyn-Werner-Wunderlich syndrome is a rare congenital anomaly characterized by uterus didelphys, obstructed hemi-vagina, and ipsilateral renal agenesis. This study aims to present a case of Herlyn-Werner-Wunderlich syndrome seen at Shifa …
Intrauterine devices (IUDs), both hormonal and nonhormonal, are widely used contraceptive methods, with approximately 20% of reproductive-aged women worldwide utilizing them. Although IUDs are generally considered safe and effective, complications …
Traumatic separation of the cervix from the body of the uterus is exceedingly rare, particularly as a complication of pelvic fractures. This condition often poses significant diagnostic and therapeutic challenges, …
Without standardized guidelines, the management of thoracic endometriosis syndrome (TES) continues to fuel debate. Previous reviews have reported poor outcomes but lack data on complications, hospital length of stay (LOS) …
Endometriomas can be managed through various approaches, including careful observation, medical suppressive therapy, or surgical intervention. Malignancy is rarely a concern in women of reproductive age, making pain relief and …