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Effects of hormonal treatment on the expression of collagen type I, matrix metalloproteinase-1, and tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinases-1 in endometriosis.

Endometriosis is an estrogen-dependent disease, and hormonal treatment is the most common treatment. Both deep infiltrating endometriosis (DIE) and ovarian endometrioma (OV) are characterized by dense surrounding fibrotic tissue. However, …

Impact of Minimally Invasive Surgery on Quality of Life and Infertility in Deep Infiltrating Endometriosis.

Background: Endometriosis is a chronic, estrogen-dependent inflammatory disease affecting up to 10% of women of reproductive age. It substantially impacts quality of life (QoL) through pelvic pain, infertility, and psychological …

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 …

Barbed Suture Causing Ureterovaginal Fistula Postconservative Surgery for Deep Infiltrating Endometriosis.

Systemic Immune and Tumor Marker Profiles in Ovarian and Deep Infiltrating Endometriosis: Associations with Disease Severity and Symptom Burden.

Endometriosis is a chronic, estrogen-dependent inflammatory disease with heterogeneous clinical manifestations and uncertain systemic immune involvement. This study aimed to characterize peripheral immune profiles and circulating tumor markers in women …

Deep pelvic endometriosis: clinical features, diagnosis, and treatment - a comprehensive review.

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 …

Relation of Endometrioma and Deep Infiltrating Endometriosis Surgery on Ovarian Reserve: A Large Single-Centre, Cross-Sectional Study.

There is a lack of reliable data or evidence-based protocol for the management of deep infiltrating endometriosis (DIE) lesions in reproductive age women. This study examines ovarian reserves in women …

Deep infiltrating endometriosis: retroperitoneal endometriosis-a case report.

Deep infiltrating endometriosis is a subtype of endometriosis. A case of retroperitoneal endometriosis surrounding the ureter and forming a pelvic mass is relatively rare.

Laparoscopic hysterectomy for deep infiltrating endometriosis: anterior colpotomy first technique.

Deep infiltrating endometriosis, particularly involving the rectovaginal space, represents one of the most challenging surgical benign gynaecologic conditions. While hysterectomy is a definitive option in women without fertility desire, these …

Comprehensive Review of Endometriosis Based on Imaging Findings: What Radiologists Need to Know.

Endometriosis is a complex and challenging medical condition characterized by endometrial-like tissue outside the uterine cavity. MRI plays a crucial role in characterizing lesions and assessing disease. Radiologists must be …