Endometriosis is a chronic inflammatory disease characterized by endometrial-like tissue outside the uterus, affecting approximately 10% of women of reproductive age. While typically confined to the pelvis, lesions may occur …
Background/Objectives: This study evaluates the 1-year follow-up outcomes after minimally invasive nerve-sparing surgery for the complete excision of deep endometriosis (DE), with a specific focus on deep dyspareunia. Cases with …
Sciatic nerve endometriosis is a rare and often underdiagnosed form of deep infiltrating endometriosis involving the lumbosacral plexus or sciatic nerve. We present the case of a 40-year-old woman with …
Deep infiltrating endometriosis and oncologic radical pelvic surgeries pose a significant risk of nerve damage. A thorough understanding of pelvic anatomy is essential for surgical precision and to avoid neurological …
Chronic pelvic pain is one of the most prevalent syndromes in family medicine, gynecology, and urology. Chronic pelvic pain patients are often misdiagnosed and have unnecessary prolonged suffering. Both misdiagnosis …
Endometriosis, a chronic inflammatory disease, has been associated with adverse pregnancy and perinatal outcomes, which in turn have been linked to long-term neurological morbidity in the offspring. This study aimed …
Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) are a global concern for human health and the environment. EDCs include plasticizers, pharmaceutical agents, industrial chemicals, fungicides, and pesticides. Thus, EDC exposure is a manmade consequence …
Endometriosis is a chronic gynecological condition often associated with severe pelvic pain, reduced quality of life, and significant psychological and sexual distress. Although psychological factors are known to influence pain …
Hormonal therapy is the cornerstone of long-term endometriosis management, especially for women deferring surgery. In patients with comorbid migraine - a common, disabling condition - therapeutic choices must balance efficacy …
Endometriosis affects an estimated 25% to 75% of adolescent patients with chronic pelvic pain; the diagnosis is made surgically and treatment typically consists of hormone suppression and pain management strategies. …