By Özge ÖzkayaSymptoms Offer Clues in Endometriosis Management
By Özge Özkaya
Non-invasive imaging techniques like transvaginal ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are valuable for identifying deep infiltrating endometriosis (DIE) and ovarian endometriomas. However, these tools often fail to detectperitoneal lesions, which can also cause significant symptoms. A new study published in Archives of…
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By Yu YuInhibiting killer on the move
By Yu Yu
The three main forms of endometriosis are superficial, ovarian, and deep endometriosis. The latter is defined by the presence of endometriotic nodules that are deeper than 5 mm. Deep endometriosis is considered the most aggressive and is associated with severe…
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By Timur SeckinAnogenital distance and endometriosis
By Timur Seckin
Endometriosis may be associated with exposure of the embryo to chemicals called ‘endocrine disruptors’. Exposure to endocrine disruptors can be estimated by measuring the anogenital distance (i.e. the distance between the clitoris and the anus), using a centimeter ruler with…
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Progressive nature of ovarian endometrioma
By Yu Yu
The effective management of endometriosis requires a proper understanding of how the condition progress as women age, especially for those women with early onset of endometriosis. Several studies have tried to characterize the evolution of endometriosis. Some of the key…
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