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By Selma OransayLow Anterior Resection Syndrome (LARS) Risk Following Rectosigmoid Endometriosis Surgery
By Selma Oransay
Colorectal surgery for deep endometriosis can sometimes lead to a condition called "Low Anterior Resection Syndrome (LARS)" — a combination of bowel symptoms like frequent urges to defacate, stool fragmentation, and fecal incontinence. These symptoms occur due to impaired rectal reservoir function,…
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By Özge ÖzkayaHeavy Menstrual Bleeding Shares Genetic Risk with Endometriosis and Fibroids
By Özge Özkaya
Heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB) is a common yet underexplored condition affecting millions of women worldwide. It can severely impact quality of life and is often associated with other gynecologic disorders like endometriosis and fibroids. In a recent landmark study published…
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By Hale Goksever CelikClinical Profiles of Adolescents with Histologically Confirmed Endometriosis
By Hale Goksever Celik
Adolescent endometriosis is often underrecognized and underdiagnosed, leading to delayed care and prolonged suffering. In a multi-center study recently published, led by Hewitt al. in the Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology, researchers investigated how adolescents with pathology-confirmed endometriosis present…
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Discoid or Segmental? GI Symptom Recovery Compared
By Özge Özkaya
A new study published in Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica has found that nerve- and vessel-sparing segmental resection for deep colorectal endometriosis leads to better long-term gastrointestinal function compared to full-thickness discoid resection. While both surgeries initially improve symptoms, only…
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Endometriosis: Menopausal Hormonal Options Compared
By Selma Oransay
Endometriosis causes inflammation and often leads to reduced ovarian reserve. Women with endometriosis are at a higher risk of entering menopause earlier—either naturally or due to surgery. To help preserve ovarian function and manage symptoms, clinicians often prescribe long-term hormonal…
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Salivary miRNAs as Biomarkers for Endometriosis
By Özge Özkaya
Small molecules called micro-RNAs (miRNAs) found in saliva could be potential biomarkers, not only to detect endometriosis in a non-invasive manner but also to predict the response of the disease to treatment. This promising idea comes from a new study…
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Surgical vs. Natural Menopause in Endometriosis
By Selma Oransay
Endometriosis is a chronic, progressive inflammatory disease that causes pelvic pain, painful menstruation, painful intercourse, and infertility. In many cases, surgery is considered due to persistent symptoms, resistance to medical therapy, or invasive disease progression. However, both the disease and…
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Non-Menstrual Pelvic Symptoms in Endometriosis: Impact on Quality of Life
By Hale Goksever Celik
Endometriosis is a chronic, inflammatory condition where endometrial-like tissue grows outside the uterus. It affects an estimated 6–10% of women of reproductive age and is known for causing painful symptoms such as dysmenorrhea (painful periods), dyspareunia (painful intercourse), chronic pelvic…
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Clinical Endometriosis Despite Negative Histology: A Diagnostic Dilemma
By Selma Oransay
To diagnose endometriosis, clinicians typically rely on a combination of symptoms, noninvasive imaging, and histopathological examination of lesions seen during surgery. However, in some cases, even when visible lesions suggest endometriosis, histological confirmation is not obtained—leaving the diagnosis uncertain. This…
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Safety of Resident-Performed Early Stage Endometriosis Surgery Assessed
By Özge Özkaya
Gynecology residents and fellows can safely perform minimally invasive surgery for early-stage endometriosis, according to a new study from researchers in Germany. Although operative times are slightly longer when procedures are performed by trainees, patient safety and recovery outcomes remain…
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