Endometriosis is a chronic gynecological disorder characterized by the presence of endometrial-like tissue outside the uterine cavity, causing chronic pain and infertility. Hypoxia plays a significant role in the progression …
The cervicovaginal microbiome-spanning from the vagina to endometrium-remains undercharacterized in endometriosis-associated infertility. Objective: To determine whether combined vaginal and cervical microbial profiles predict frozen embryo transfer (FET) outcomes.
Endometriosis, which affects approximately 10% of women of reproductive age, is a complex inflammatory disease with significant immune system disturbances caused by an inadequate immune response to retrograde menstruation and …
Endometriosis is a condition affecting approximately 10% of reproductive-age women in which endometrial tissue is found in locations outside the uterus, often causing debilitating symptoms. Aromatase, an enzyme that also …
Predominantly, case reports and small case series of endometriosis involving the bladder have been published. This study aimed to provide a contemporary clinicopathologic analysis of a large cohort of patients …
Fifteen years have elapsed since the publication of the seminal work establishing the association between risk variants in the Apolipoprotein L1 (APOL1) gene and kidney disease in individuals of African …
The development of prostaglandins and antiprogestins revolutionized medical abortion by providing effective nonsurgical options for terminating pregnancy. Although both strategies are accepted in practice, variations in clinical efficacy, patient experiences, …
Endometriomas, commonly known as ovarian chocolate cysts, are a prevalent condition in women of reproductive age. They are cysts formed by the ectopic growth of endometrial tissue within the ovary, …
Mare endometrosis remains a poorly understood pathological process.
Understanding what patients prioritize when seeking care for endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain (CPP) is crucial for delivering personalized, responsive care. However, patient-defined goals remain poorly characterized across various life …