to assess the prevalence of surgically confirmed endometriosis among assigned-female-at-birth (AFAB) transgender and gender diverse (TGD) individuals undergoing laparoscopic pelvic surgery.
Endometriosis (EMS) is a persistent, inflammatory condition that relies on estrogen and is distinguished by the proliferation of endometrial tissue outside the confines of the uterus. The impact on the …
AbstractReproductive autonomy is a fundamental ethical principle in healthcare, yet insurance denials of care often undermine patient decision-making. This article examines a case in which a 35-year-old patient with stage …
Patients requiring ileoanal pouch (IPAA) are often women of reproductive age. Outcomes in pouch patients with endometriosis have not been described. This study aimed to assess the association of endometriosis …
Endometriosis is a chronic, estrogen-dependent inflammatory disorder characterized by ectopic endometrium-like tissue, leading to debilitating pain and reduced quality of life. Pain is the hallmark of endometriosis, with individuals experiencing …
The microbiota constitutes a vital component of the human microenvironment, dynamically responding to physiological changes and playing crucial roles in maintaining normal bodily functions. Endometriosis (EMs), defined as a chronic, …
Endometriosis (EM) is a common chronic gynaecological disease that affects 10% of women of reproductive age globally. EM is defined as the presence of endometrial glands and stroma in extrauterine …
To perform an updated meta-analysis evaluating the diagnostic performance of transvaginal ultrasound (TVS) for detecting lateral parametrial involvement in women with suspected deep pelvic endometriosis.