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Potential biomarkers for early detection of endometriosis: current state of art (what we know so far).

Endometriosis is a chronic gynecological condition characterized by the presence of endometrial-like tissue outside the uterine cavity. Its diagnosis remains a significant clinical challenge, often delayed by 7 to 12 …

Etiologies of endometriosis and model systems: is there a risk of a tunnel vision?

Endometriosis is the growth of endometrial-like tissue at non-uterine locations, primarily within the peritoneal cavity. The disease can have diverse presentations with superficial lesions, deep invading lesions and ovarian cysts …

Efficacy of Organic Selenium Supplementation on Endometrioma Regression and Pain in Women With Endometriosis: A Triple-Blind Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial.

Endometriosis is a non-malignant, estrogen-dependent chronic inflammatory disorder that affects 10-15% of women during their reproductive years. Emerging evidence highlights the undeniable role of oxidative stress in the etiopathogenesis of …

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 …

Letter to the editor: Autoimmunity in endometriosis: time to reframe our diagnostic and treatment approach.

Endometriosis: Emerging barriers to care in sub-Saharan Africa.

Endometriosis is a leading cause of chronic pelvic pain and infertility, affecting an estimated 176 million women globally¹. In sub-Saharan Africa, its diagnosis and management remain constrained by persistent misconceptions …

Identification and validation of lactate-related gene signatures in endometriosis for clinical evaluation and immune characterization by WGCNA and machine learning.

Endometriosis is a common benign gynecologic disease in women of reproductive age, and its manifestations remarkably decrease quality of life. Lactate, as a metabolite, exerts prominent effects across a wide …

MRI as a promising tool for adhesion assessment in endometriosis: a feasibility study with laparoscopic correlation.

To investigate the feasibility of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in detecting and classifying adhesions between pelvic organs caused by endometriosis, comparing MRI findings to those obtained by laparoscopy.

Molecular Pathogenesis of Ovarian Endometrioma: Mechanistic Insights and Therapeutic Implications.

Ovarian endometrioma (OMA), the most prevalent and clinically consequential subtype of endometriosis, represents a chronic inflammatory disorder characterized by ectopic endometrial-like lesions. This condition manifests as progressive dysmenorrhea, ovarian reserve …

Ureteral Endometriosis Presenting as Recurrent Hydronephrosis: A Case Report.

Ureteral endometriosis is an uncommon but potentially serious manifestation of deep endometriosis that may remain undetected until significant renal damage has occurred. We report the case of a 35-year-old woman …