The consequences of endometriosis on the quality of life
Women with pathologically-confirmed endometriosis have diminished quality of life compared to age-matched healthy women.
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Could Traditional Chinese Medicine Treat Endometriosis?
A compound used in traditional Chinese medicine for thousands of years could slow down the progression of endometrial lesions according to a new study.
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Surgery for the Treatment of Endometriosis of the Diaphragm and Thorax
There is currently no standardized procedure and treatment in diaphragmatic and thoracic endometriosis so it is very important to systematically look for chest pain in patients with endometriosis.
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Diaphragmatic defects, liver herniations and catamenial pneumothorax
Physicians should be alert on pneumothoraces in endometriosis patients for the possibility of “catamenial” origin
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Endometriosis of the Diaphragm, What do the Doctors Know About it?
There is a lack of awareness about endometriosis of the diaphragm among patients as well as healthcare professionals causing delays in diagnosis.
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The largest series of diaphragmatic endometriosis
An algorithm to classify diaphragmatic endometriosis and treatment modalities with the help of 15 years’ experience
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Diaphragmatic endometriosis
The clinical diagnosis of diaphragmatic endometriosis is difficult due to the low sensitivity of imaging techniques and the lack of symptoms in most of the patients
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Thoracic endometriosis: the most frequent endometriosis involvement outside abdominopelvic cavity
Thoracic and gynecologic surgeons collaborate for treatment of thoracic endometriosis
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