SEMA3C Promotes the Progression of Endometriosis by Inducing Ferroptosis and Enhancing the Viability and Migration of Endometrial Stromal Cells.
Endometriosis (EMs) is a chronic inflammatory disorder involving ectopic endometrial-like tissue. Semaphorin 3C (SEMA3C), a secreted guidance protein regulating cell survival, migration, and tissue remodeling, may contribute to EMs. This …
Shared genetic architecture and cellular convergence between female reproductive disorders and pulmonary function: a genome-wide cross-trait analysis.
Female reproductive disorders (FRDs), including polycystic ovary syndrome, endometriosis, uterine leiomyomata, and infertility, have been epidemiologically associated with impaired pulmonary function. However, it remains unclear whether this cross-organ link reflects …
Beyond listening: Social media as support, story, and influence in the endometriosis experience.
Social media has emerged as a valuable source of patient-generated data, offering insights into the lived experiences of individuals with endometriosis. While social listening research provides important perspectives on pain, …
Three- and Four-Dimensional Pelvic Floor Ultrasound in Chronic Pelvic Pain: Evidence, Technical Considerations, and a Proposed Framework.
Chronic pelvic pain (CPP) is a heterogeneous condition in which visceral, musculoskeletal, neuropathic, and pain-processing contributors often overlap. Pelvic floor ultrasound can depict morphology and movement, but its CPP-specific evidence …