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Symptom tracking for endometriosis: a systematic review protocol for mobile applications focused on content, inclusivity and features.

Endometriosis is a chronic gynaecological condition affecting 2%-10% of women worldwide, often leading to severe pain, organ dysfunction and infertility. Despite its prevalence, diagnosis is frequently delayed, and treatment options …

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 …

NLRP3 Inflammasome in Gynecologic Inflammatory Diseases: Mechanisms, Pathophysiology, and Therapeutic Strategies.

The NOD-like receptor family containing pyridine domain 3 (NLRP3) inflammasome serves as a pivotal mediator of innate immune responses and a central driver of inflammatory processes. Upon detection of pathogenic …

Endometriosis doesn't end with menopause: the updated EMAS clinical guide on endometriosis and menopausal health.

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 …

Progestagens for pain symptoms associated with endometriosis.

Endometriosis is a hormone-sensitive inflammatory condition affecting between 5% and 10% of reproductive-aged women and an unknown number of gender-diverse individuals. It is often associated with debilitating pelvic pain symptoms. …

Minimal clinically important changes of patient-reported outcome measures for acute post-surgical pain.

Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) are essential instruments for assessing post-surgical pain-related outcomes from the patient's perspective. The concept of minimal clinically important difference (MCID) aims to identify the smallest change …

Obstetric outcomes following artificial and natural cycle frozen embryo transfer in patients with and without endometriosis: a national cohort study.

Endometriosis is a common cause of infertility in women of reproductive age, and many affected women require assisted reproductive technology (ART) to conceive. It is also associated with increased risks …

Endometriosis: Emerging barriers to care in sub-Saharan Africa.

Endometriosis is a leading cause of chronic pelvic pain and infertility, affecting an estimated 176 million women globally¹. In sub-Saharan Africa, its diagnosis and management remain constrained by persistent misconceptions …