BackgroundShared decision making (SDM) is a cornerstone of patient-centered care; however, little information is available on how SDM is practiced in routine care. We aimed to assess the level of …
Women with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) experience distinct physiologic and clinical challenges across their lifespan. In childhood and adolescence, early exposure to corticosteroids, chronic inflammation, and malnutrition may impair pubertal …
Endometriosis is a prevalent chronic condition that causes persistent pelvic pain, significantly impairing quality of life and contributing to psychological distress. This study aimed to assess the prevalence of clinically …
Ovarian cancer (OC) is the eighth leading cause of cancer deaths in women globally, mainly originating from epithelial cells. It is further divided into type-I and type-II based on histology, …
Endometriosis affects approximately 190 million people globally and 2 million in Canada. Experiences of endometriosis can profoundly impact all aspects of life, including physical, mental, and financial well-being. The Coronavirus …
Pelvic pain has a significant impact on quality of life, especially when associated with benign pelvic diseases, such as endometriosis or chronic conditions leading to persistent discomfort. A substantial proportion …
Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs), including bisphenol A (BPA), phthalates, organochlorine pesticides, and heavy metal ions, pose serious threats to reproductive health by interfering with hormonal balance and molecular signaling pathways. Recent …