Endometriosis is a prevalent condition characterised by chronic pelvic pain, significantly impacting women's quality of life and well-being. Pain catastrophizing is a cognitive tendency of exaggerated worrying, a sense of …
Vitamin D is well established for its skeletal effects, being a cornerstone of several endocrine disorders. In recent years, it has come under investigation as a potential disease-modifying drug in …
Endometriosis is a common, benign, chronic inflammatory disease with multiple consequences, from chronic pain to systemic comorbidities and poor quality of life. As it usually affects people of reproductive age, …
To assess whether higher baseline Central Sensitization Inventory (CSI) scores are linked to quality-of-life outcomes and patient's impression of improvement after surgery for chronic pelvic pain.
Endometriosis is a frequent chronic estrogen-dependent condition that can significantly impair fertility and reduce the quality of life in affected individuals. Women with endometriosis face a 30-50% risk of infertility. …
Nearly a century has passed since a seminal review article was published in 1928 in Archives of Pathology on ectopic endometriosis, presenting the dominant pathogenetic theories of the era: the …
TikTok is a popular platform for sharing health experiences, including those related to endometriosis. However, the quality and tone of the surgical information shared remain unclear.
For many patients with endometriosis, laparoscopic surgery is the most effective treatment to alleviate severe chronic pelvic pain and improve quality of life. Because endometriosis is common among individuals with …
Endometriosis, which affects approximately 10% of women of reproductive age, is a complex inflammatory disease with significant immune system disturbances caused by an inadequate immune response to retrograde menstruation and …
Understanding what patients prioritize when seeking care for endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain (CPP) is crucial for delivering personalized, responsive care. However, patient-defined goals remain poorly characterized across various life …