Characteristics and location of extrapelvic endometriosis
Out of 1000 women with endometriosis, 200 presented extrapelvic endometriosis with gastrointestinal tract being the most common location of endometriotic implants.
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Endometriosis and Psychological Health: Butterflies from Deep Wounds
This Italian study focuses on the individual factors associated with endometriosis that can adversely impact psychological health.
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Endometriosis increases the risk of miscarriage
Comparison of endometriosis-affected pregnant women to disease-free pregnant women revealed that the risk of spontaneous miscarriage is increased by almost 80% in women with endometriosis.
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Cohort study on outcomes of laparoscopic endometriosis surgery
Is laparoscopic endometriosis surgery effective?
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Breast Feeding Can Reduce the Risk of Endometriosis
Research shows that breast feeding can decrease an individual's risk of endometriosis through a variety of mechanisms including postpartum amenorrhea.
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Updates in the Field of Endometriosis: Epigenetics
Research has shown that epigenetic alterations can cause or worsen endometriosis.
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Updates in the Field of Endometriosis: Surgery
There are a plethora of customizable surgical options available for women suffering from endometriosis.
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Updates in the Field of Endometriosis: Fertility
Endometriosis is often associated with infertility; however, the mechanism underlying this relationship remains at large.
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