Endometriosis

Endometriosis Diagnosis

Diagnosis is suspected based on typical symptoms but must be confirmed by biopsy, usually via pelvic laparoscopy but…    

Endometriosis Etiology and Pathophysiology

The most widely accepted hypothesis is that endometrial cells are transported from the uterine cavity and subsequently become…    

Endometriosis Symptoms and Signs

Pelvic pain, pelvic mass, alteration of menses, and infertility are typical. Some women with extensive endometriosis are asymptomatic;…    

Endometriosis Clinical Findings

Endometriosis is common among women of reproductive age, and its prevalence increases to 30-40% among infertile women. Clinical…    

Endometriosis Pathology

The gross appearance of endometriosis at operation is usually quite characteristic and, to an experienced surgeon, is sufficient…    

Endometriosis Pathologic Physiology

It is generally agreed that pelvic pain occurs premenstrually in endometriosis patients. Because of this, pain from endometriosis…    

Endometriosis Differential Diagnosis and Prevention

Complications

True complications of endometriosis are few. Implants over the bowel or ureters may cause obstruction and…    

Endometriosis Classification

Several classification schemes to assist in describing the anatomic location and severity of endometriosis at operation have been…    

Endometriosis Treatment

Treatment options are dictated by the patient’s desire for future fertility, her symptoms, the stage of her disease,…    

Endometriosis Prognosis

Proper counseling of patients with endometriosis requires attention to several aspects of the disorder. Of primary importance is…