Non-Menstrual Pelvic Symptoms in Endometriosis: Impact on Quality of Life
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…
Key Points Lay SummaryLife quality improves after colorectal endometriosis operation even when the gastrointestinal symptoms persist
Colorectal endometriosis represents a catastrophic picture for patients, and the treatment mostly requires difficult operative techniques. The life quality improvement ratios are important before deciding on an operation. In the study conducted by Horace Roman et al, the life quality…
Key Points Lay SummaryThe postoperative functional outcomes of deep infiltrating endometriosis
Rectosigmoid endometriosis is defined as the infiltration of the bowel wall with the endometrial-like glands and stroma, reaching at least the muscular layer. The most commonly involved sites are the rectum and sigmoid colon. For the management of deep infiltrating…
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