Endometriosis is a pathological condition characterized by the ectopic growth of endometrial cells, leading to chronic pelvic pain and infertility. Epidemiological studies have associated exposure to dioxin-like polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), …
Endocrine disruptors (EDs) are a heterogeneous group of natural or synthetic chemicals capable of interfering with hormonal regulation. Widely present in plastics, cosmetics, pesticides, food packaging, and household products, they …
To investigate the feasibility of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in detecting and classifying adhesions between pelvic organs caused by endometriosis, comparing MRI findings to those obtained by laparoscopy.
Cystic adenomyosis is a rare subtype of adenomyosis characterized by cystic lesions within the myometrium, causing significant dysmenorrhea and pelvic pain. Traditional surgical treatments, such as laparoscopic or hysteroscopic excision, …
Advanced pelvic surgeries, such as radical hysterectomy, deep endometriosis surgery and sacrocolpopexy, pose risks to autonomic pelvic nerves leading to voiding dysfunction and reduced quality of life. This review article …
Endometriosis is a prevalent condition where tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus, causing pain and infertility. Diagnosing endometriosis typically requires invasive procedures like laparoscopy. MicroRNAs (miRNAs) …
Endometriosis affects about one in ten women, yet diagnosis often takes eight to twelve years after onset of symptoms. In the Faroe Islands, GPs play a key role in recognizing …
Deep infiltrative endometriosis (DIE) is characterized by the infiltration of endometrial tissue into the pelvic organs, such as the rectovaginal septum, utero-ovarian, and uterosacral ligaments. Bowel involvement occurs in approximately …
Endometriosis-related dysmenorrhea and pelvic pain impose significant economic and quality-of-life burdens. This study evaluated the cost-effectiveness of dienogest compared to gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonists (GnRH-a) for managing dysmenorrhea and pelvic pain …
Endometriosis is a chronic, estrogen-dependent disease commonly affecting pelvic organs. Lymph node involvement is rare and even more so when leading to herniation. We report a rare case of a …