This study aimed (i) to examine symptom burden, health care use, perceived treatment effectiveness and experiences of trivialization among women with chronic pelvic pain (CPP), and (ii) to identify predictors …
Endometriosis is a chronic, estrogen-dependent inflammatory disorder marked by ectopic endometrial-like tissue growth, resulting in pelvic pain, infertility, and significant declines in quality of life. Despite extensive research, current therapies …
Endometriosis is a highly prevalent and morbid condition in women of reproductive age, often leading to well-known complications such as infertility, intestinal adhesions, and severe chronic pelvic pain. There is …
Deep endometriosis affecting the lateral pelvic structures (LPS) is a complex and often underdiagnosed manifestation of the disease. The authors review the anatomic features of the LPS and underscore the …
Chronic pelvic pain (CPP) is a prevalent, disabling syndrome encompassing overlapping disorders such as endometriosis/adenomyosis, bladder pain syndrome/interstitial cystitis, irritable bowel syndrome, vulvodynia, and myofascial pain syndrome. Despite distinct clinical …
Endometriosis (EMs) is characterized by chronic pelvic inflammation, but the etiology of this inflammation remains poorly understood. The senescence-associated secretory phenotype (SASP), whereby senescent cells secrete pro-inflammatory cytokines, is a …
Background/Objectives: Endometriosis affects around 10% of women of reproductive age and is commonly associated with pelvic pain, fatigue and infertility. Beyond physical symptoms, the condition can substantially affect psychosocial well-being. …
Ovarian endometriosis is a common manifestation of endometriosis associated with chronic pelvic pain and infertility. Although transvaginal ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging are central to diagnosis, challenging cases may benefit …
Extra-pelvic endometriosis is a rare and complex condition characterized by endometriotic implants located outside the pelvis. It commonly poses significant diagnostic challenges and considerable surgical management difficulties.
Pelvic and genital pain is a common symptom among women with endometriosis and may negatively affect sexual functioning. Pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT) may improve sexual functioning, but whether this …