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Body image concerns in individuals with endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain conditions: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Body image disturbance is a commonly experienced psychological impact of endometriosis and other chronic pelvic pain (CPP) conditions (e.g., vulvodynia). This systematic review and meta-analysis of quantitative literature aimed to …

Endometriosis Unveiled: A Tale of Two Extremes, From Acute Sepsis to Silent Suspicion.

Endometriosis may rarely present with atypical manifestations that closely mimic intra-abdominal malignancy or severe pelvic sepsis, resulting in significant diagnostic uncertainty. We present two contrasting cases of presumed severe endometriosis …

Effects of 8-weeks acupuncture on eyes-closed resting state natural EEG frequency components in endometriosis: AcuENDO trial sub-study.

The aim of this study was to examine changes in resting electroencephalography (EEG) activity associated with an 8-week acupuncture intervention for women with endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain.

Evaluating the efficacy of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation in managing chronic pelvic pain in endometriosis patients.

This study sought to assess the impact of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) prescribed by gynecologists in routine practice on pain, pelvic sensitization, quality of life, and catastrophization scores in …

Patient-centered priorities in endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain: A mixed-methods and thematic analysis of intake narratives.

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 …

Establishing an electronic patient-reported outcome (ePRO) for patients with endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain: A pilot feasibility study.

Endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain (CPP) are complex conditions that significantly impact quality of life. Few tools systematically capture patient-reported outcomes in this population. This pilot study evaluated patients' experiences …

A Cross-Sectional Study of Endometriosis Surgeries Across Obstetrics and Gynecology Subspecialties: Does Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery (MIGS) Fellowship Training Make a Difference?

Objective The objective of this study was to compare the surgical approaches and postoperative outcomes of endometriosis surgeries performed by different obstetrics and gynecology (OBGYN) subspecialties: minimally invasive gynecologic surgery …

Factors Affecting Hormonal Therapy Ineffectiveness and Discontinuation due to Adverse Effects in Patients with Endometriosis-Associated Pain.

Endometriosis contributes to 5-21% of hospital admissions for pelvic pain. While hormonal therapies are pivotal in managing endometriosis-related pain, no single hormonal treatment suits all patients. We aimed to assess …

Endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain management: Between a rock (denial) and a hard place (overdiagnosis).

Evaluation of Long-COVID Syndrome in a Cohort of Patients with Endometriosis or Adenomyosis.

Background: Long-COVID is characterized by the persistency of COVID-19 symptoms beyond 12 weeks, and it is probably consequent to immune dysregulation induced by SARS-CoV-2 infection. Immune dysregulation is associated with …