Endometriosis News

Previous laparotomic therapeutic endometriosis surgery was associated with longer surgery time, need for adhesiolysis and more intraoperative complications, researchers reported in Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics.

PHILADELPHIA — In this video exclusive, Hugh S. Taylor, MD, talks about the relationship between endometriosis and menopause.

Neither single nor a combination of biomarkers was able to successfully diagnose or rule out endometriosis and/or adenomyosis with high certainty, according to results published in the International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics.

Endometriosis was significantly associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes, ranging from preterm labor and birth to antepartum and postpartum hemorrhage, researchers reported in the Journal of Clinical Medicine.

Endometriosis affects roughly 10% of reproductive-aged women and accounts for 40% to 50% of unexplained infertility cases, yet experts disagree about what causes it and how best to treat it.

Diet may play an important role in the pathophysiology of endometriosis, with a plant-based diet and vitamin D possibly beneficial in preventing and treating the disease, according to a review published in Frontiers in Nutrition.

A virtual reality exercise session might be as effective as telehealth-delivered exercise sessions in providing immediate, short-term pain relief for people with endometriosis, according to study results.

Healio spoke with Shawana S. Moore, DNP, MSN, APRN, CRNP, WHNP-BC, about the importance of advocacy in all aspect of endometriosis care.

Healio spoke with Shawana S. Moore, DNP, MSN, APRN, CRNP, WHNP-BC, about research and funding needs in endometriosis treatment and care.

Healio spoke with Shawana S. Moore, DNP, MSN, APRN, CRNP, WHNP-BC, about the impact endometriosis can have on the mental and emotional health of patients.