In women with endometriosis, monocyte chemoattractant protein 1 (MCP-1) or chemokine (C-C motif) ligand 2 (CCL2) is elevated in serum, peritoneal fluid, and endometriotic lesions, though its exact role in …
A 62-year-old otherwise healthy Caucasian female patient presented to the emergency department with a one-day history of severe abdominal pain, accompanied by nausea and non-bloody emesis. She did not report …
Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) cleave proteins of extracellular matrix thus facilitating cellular invasion and cancer progression. High MMP-2 activity is frequently reported in several diseases including endometriosis and cancer. Endometriosis, though …
Deep infiltrating endometriosis (DIE) may involve the rectum or colon and is associated with pain, gastrointestinal dysfunction and reduced quality of life (QoL). While hormonal treatment may be effective, surgical …
Endometrial cysts of the ovary (EMC) may develop into endometriosis (EM)‑associated ovarian cancer over time (EAOC), but the pathogenesis of this disease has not been determined. In the present study, …
Endometriosis may become malignant, and its diagnosis is challenging, especially in rare extra-ovarian sites like the rectum. Here, we describe the case of a 42-year-old woman who presented with intermittent …
Bowel endometriosis is a complex condition predominantly impacting women in their reproductive years, which may lead to chronic pain, gastrointestinal symptoms, and infertility. This review highlights current approaches to the …
Endometriosis occurs when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside of it. Although it typically affects organs within the pelvis, it can sometimes spread to other areas …
Endometriosis is an estrogen-dependent benign disease characterized by growth of the endometrial tissue outside the uterine wall. Several reports suggest the possibility of the pathogenesis and recurrence of endometriosis being …
For women of reproductive age, oral contraceptives (OCs) are a well-liked and practical way to control pregnancy. OCs are also used to treat acne, irregular uterine bleeding, and premenstrual syndrome. …