Pelvic floor dysfunctions are common in women with endometriosis. Currently available assessment tools are limited to isolated domains that do not allow for a comprehensive multidimensional evaluation. This study aimed …
Endometriosis is a chronic gynecological disease associated with pelvic pain and dyspareunia that negatively affects sexual function. Physical rehabilitation programs have emerged as a non-pharmacological therapeutic alternative; however, evidence regarding …
Deep infiltrating endometriosis (DIE) is associated with substantial impairment in health-related quality of life (HRQoL), affecting pain, emotional well-being, sexual functioning, and daily activities. Previous studies have shown that laparoscopic …
ObjectiveEndometriosis is a systemic chronic disease with serious effects on various aspects of female health and wellbeing that has been associated with a significant increase in free circulating DNA (CfDNA) …
Pelvic and genital pain is a common symptom among women with endometriosis and may negatively affect sexual functioning. Pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT) may improve sexual functioning, but whether this …
To evaluate the effects of a combined programme of therapeutic exercise (TE) and pain neurophysiology education (PNE) on health-related quality of life (HRQoL), abdominal wall muscle thickness, menstrual symptoms and …
A precise understanding of pelvic neurovascular anatomy is essential for minimizing complications during advanced gynecological and pelvic surgery. Retroperitoneal dissection requires a clear appreciation of spatial relationships between vascular, neural, …
Vulvar lichen sclerosus (VLS) is a chronic condition. If untreated, it may lead to anatomical modifications, including introital stenosis, which may impact sexual function and quality of life. First line …
To develop a predictive risk score for superficial peritoneal endometriosis (SPE) in patients with negative examination and imaging based on symptoms and quality of life measures DESIGN: Multicenter nested case-control …
Background: Endometriosis is a chronic, estrogen-dependent inflammatory disorder affecting millions of women worldwide and constitutes a major cause of chronic pelvic pain and reduced quality of life. Increasing evidence suggests …