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By Ayse AyhanStemness as the Engine of Endometriosis Progression and Therapeutic Targeting
By Ayse Ayhan
A new scoping review published in the Journal of Gynecology Obstetrics and Human Reproduction by Maria João Carvalho and colleagues from the University of Coimbra and Coimbra Academic and Clinical Centre, Portugal, explores an emerging concept in endometriosis research — the role…
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By Hale Goksever CelikPsychological Burden of Endometriosis During Assisted Reproduction
By Hale Goksever Celik
For many women, endometriosis is not only a fertility-related diagnosis but a long-term pain condition that can shape daily functioning, intimate life, and emotional well-being. When fertility decisions are on the table, this burden may intensify in distinct ways. In…
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Thoracic Endometriosis Surgery: Effective Intervention or Incomplete Solution?
By Ayse Ayhan
Thoracic endometriosis is a rare and often overlooked form of endometriosis in which tissue similar to the uterine lining grows in or around the lungs and chest cavity. It can cause serious and recurring symptoms, such as lung collapse (pneumothorax),…
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By Özge ÖzkayaAdvanced Endometriosis and Cardiometabolic Risk: Evidence From Lipid Biomarkers
By Özge Özkaya
A new study from the United States suggests that advanced forms of endometriosis, particularly ovarian endometriosis (endometriomas) alone or combined with deep infiltrating endometriosis (DIE), are associated with unfavorable blood lipid profiles, which are known markers of cardiometabolic risk. The research was…
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How Second Medical Opinions Transform Endometriosis Diagnosis
By Özge Özkaya
Seeking a second medical opinion from an endometriosis expert can make a meaningful difference for patients whose pain has been unsuccessfully treated or whose diagnosis remains uncertain, according to a new nationwide study from France. In this study, researchers led…
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Autophagy dysregulation reshapes our understanding of endometriosis biology
By Ayse Ayhan
Autophagy is a normal cellular process that helps cells survive stress by breaking down and recycling damaged components. In recent years, this process has attracted growing attention in endometriosis research, as endometriotic lesions are exposed to challenging conditions such as…
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Nutrition and Pain Management in Endometriosis
By Ayse Ayhan
Many women with endometriosis turn to dietary changes to help manage pain and improve daily functioning, often in the absence of clear clinical guidance. In a narrative review published in Advances in Physiology Education, Dr. Redman and colleagues examine the…
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Current Endometriosis Scales Fail to Capture Patient-Reported Symptoms
By Özge Özkaya
Pain during periods is associated with higher pain intensity in women with endometriosis, according to a new study by Portuguese researchers. On the other hand, painful urination is associated with lower pain intensity. Importantly, pain intensity is not associated with…
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Laparoscopic Treatment and Pregnancy Outcomes in Endometriosis-Associated Infertility
By Özge Özkaya
A new study published in the Journal of the Society of Laparoscopic & Robotic Surgeons by Nezhat group and colleagues reports that many women with endometriosis-related infertility became pregnant after laparoscopic surgery, regardless of whether they had previously used fertility treatments. The…
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Endometriosis Does Not Impair Implantation After Oocyte Donation
By Hale Goksever Celik
Endometriosis is a common gynecological disease that affects up to 40% of women experiencing infertility. It can reduce the chance of pregnancy by damaging the ovaries and lowering the number and quality of eggs, through mechanisms such as chronic inflammation,…
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