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Association between preeclampsia and eclampsia in black women with endometriosis: a scoping review.

Women with endometriosis are at increased risk of preeclampsia and eclampsia, leading causes of maternal mortality among Black women in the United States. Despite this, Black women are significantly underdiagnosed …

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 …

"It's like your body is fighting against you": a cross-sectional qualitative interview study of quality of life in U.S. Black women diagnosed with endometriosis.

Endometriosis is a chronic gynecological condition that significantly affects quality of life in an estimated 10-15% of women of reproductive age, yet Black women in the United States remain underrepresented …

Addressing the Endometriosis Gap and Promoting Equal Access to Care for Black Women with Endometriosis.

Stigma and discrimination experienced by Black women with endometriosis in the Washington, DC, Metropolitan area: A pilot of the ENDO-served study.

Medical racism perpetuates health inequities contributing to why Black people in the United States (US) experience worse health outcomes when compared to non-Hispanic White populations. In terms of endometriosis, research …