Endometriosis
Expert Interview
Endometriosis: Disease burden and the problem of missed or delayed diagnosis
Gynecologic Oncology Consult
Endometriosis-associated ovarian cancer
A woman with endometriosis has a two- to threefold increased risk of developing epithelial ovarian cancer, compared with nonaffected women.
From the Editor
New hormonal medical treatment is an important advance for AUB caused by uterine fibroids
Women with fibroids causing symptomatic abnormal uterine bleeding who choose to avoid a therapeutic procedure have a new hormonal treatment option...
Conference Coverage
Appendix may be common site of endometriosis
In women with appendiceal endometriosis, the appendix often may appear normal.
Expert Commentary
How effective is elagolix treatment in women with fibroids and HMB?
Elagolix with hormonal add-back therapy (estradiol/norethindrone) was effective: 87.9% of participants who received...
Conference Coverage
Botox: A new option for endometriosis pain?
NATIONAL HARBOR, MD. - Pelvic floor spasm may be an important factor in endometriosis-associated pelvic pain.
News for Your Practice
Is elagolix effective at reducing HMB for women with varying fibroid sizes and types?
Yes, according to data from phase 3 trials
Whether or not women experience symptoms from uterine fibroid(s) can be...
Conference Coverage
Ultrasound distinguishes early, late-stage endometriosis
VANCOUVER – Deep endometriosis transvaginal ultrasound can distinguish early versus advanced endometriosis...
From the Journals
Endometriosis is linked to adverse pregnancy outcomes
Women with endometriosis have a greater risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes including ectopic pregnancy, preterm birth, and gestational diabetes....
Master Class
Diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of ovarian remnant syndrome
Ovarian remnant syndrome seems to be increasing in incidence.
Master Class
The ovarian remnant syndrome
Ovarian remnant syndrome is a pelvic mass with residual ovarian tissue post-oophorectomy.