Endometriosis is a chronic inflammatory disease characterized by the presence of endometrial-like tissues (glands and stroma) located outside the uterine cavity. The pathophysiology of this condition remains incompletely understood. Local …
Endometriosis and ovarian endometrioma (OMA) cause dysmenorrhea and infertility. Current hormonal therapies for OMA treatment, may exhibit limited effectiveness. Hormonal treatments function by downregulate estrogen receptors (ERs) via progesterone receptor …
Endometriosis is a chronic disease which has been reported to be associated with distorted immune mechanisms. The alternative pathway is a complement system which plays a role in immune defense. …
Persistent pelvic pain is a prevalent condition that negatively impacts one's physical, psychological, social, and sexual wellbeing. Pain science education (PSE) involves learning about the biology of pain and is …
Magnetic resonance enterography (MRE) has become an essential imaging modality for evaluating small bowel disorders, particularly Crohn's disease (CD), due to its superior soft-tissue contrast, multiplanar capabilities, and lack of …
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 significantly impacts the physical and mental health of women of reproductive age. While some patients can achieve pregnancy through surgery or in vitro fertilization (IVF), many still struggle with …
Despite high incidence of endometriosis internationally and domestically, many patients wait a decade after symptom onset for an accurate diagnosis. This article suggests why diagnostic criteria should be clarified and …
This project developed eligibility criteria for menopausal hormone therapy in patients with medical conditions beyond those published in a previous report. A new consortium of scientific societies coordinated by the …
Reproductive endocrine disorders, including infertility, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and endometriosis, significantly impact women's reproductive health and overall well-being. This comprehensive review explores the diagnosis and management strategies for these …