A New Non-Invasive Marker for Endometriosis?
The reactivity of serum IgG with some fucose-specific lectins could be a clinical tool to differentiate women with advanced endometriosis.
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Is "non-hormonal therapy" effective in women with endometriosis-associated pain?
Cabergoline, as a non-hormonal treatment option, may be a good alternative to relieve pain and ameliorate life quality in women with endometriosis.
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Risk of cardiovascular disease in endometriosis patients
Endometriosis patients are at greater risk for atherosclerosis and cardiovascular diseases compared to healthy individuals, the study finds
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A novel approach to a common lesion: mapping adenomyosis by imaging modalities
It is a necessity but clinically relevant adenomyosis classification is hard to accomplish
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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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