{"paper_id":"fd26028f-b87d-473c-a3de-6d45b8cdede0","body_text":"Special Issue 4, 2024 Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences\nResearch Paper\n18\n*Address for correspondence\nE-mail: zhouweiqin@suda.edu.cn\nLi et al.: To Evaluate Spontaneous Pregnancy Rates Post-Laparoscopy\nEndometriosis, which affects 10 %-15 % of women, complicates infertility diagnosis and treatment. \nLaparoscopy is essential for diagnosing and treating endometriotic lesions and related disorders. Post-\nlaparoscopy natural pregnancy rates inform endometriosis-related infertility treatment options. Understanding \nlaparoscopy’s efficacy in different endometriosis phases is crucial for enhancing reproductive outcomes and \ndirecting care options, despite research shortages. This study evaluates spontaneous pregnancy rates post-\nlaparoscopy to help understand and treat endometriosis-related infertility. This study assesses the success \nrate of unintentional pregnancies in women who have had laparoscopy for infertility and endometriosis. \nWe selected infertile women who had laparoscopies at our University Hospital from medical records from \nNovember 2021 to October 2023. Age 22 to 35, 24 mo of infertility despite unprotected intercourse, regular \nmenstrual cycles (28 d-37 d), surgically confirmed endometriosis, normal fallopian tube function, and no \nrecent ovulatory medication therapy, assisted reproductive technologies or hormone therapy post-surgery \nwere the eligibility laparoscopies under general anesthesia were review board-approved and informed consent. \nEndometriosis patient’s reproductive outcomes after laparoscopic surgery are examined in this study. Age, \ninitial infertility rates, body mass index, and infertility duration vary between pregnant and non-pregnant \npatients. The 1 y cumulative intrauterine pregnancy rate after laparoscopy rises to 50 %, suggesting surgical \nbenefits. Laparoscopic findings and procedures vary between pregnant and non-pregnant patients, making \nendometriosis-related infertility management complicated. Laparoscopy’s effectiveness and endometriosis \ninfertility treatment decisions are informed by this research. This study provides important information for \nboth patients and physicians since it shows that infertile women with endometriosis can conceive naturally 50 \n% of the time 1 y after laser surgery.\nKey words: Endometriosis, laparoscopy, infertile, menstrual cycle\nEndometriosis, a prevalent gynecological ailment, \nmanifests as the presence of endometrial tissue \nbeyond the confines of the uterus, affecting around 10 \n% to 15 % of women before menopause. Its precise \norigin remains elusive, though several theories \nattempt to elucidate its genesis. Among these, \nretrograde menstruation, where endometrial cells flow \nbackwards through fallopian tubes and implant in the \npelvic cavity, stands as the primary accepted theory. \nOther hypotheses include mesothelium metaplasia, \nin situ  development of Mullerian remnants, and \npotential genetic or immunological influences. As \nan estrogen-dependent condition, endometriosis \nmanifests with pelvic pain and infertility. It’s crucial \nto acknowledge the complexity of endometriosis, \nunderscoring the need for further extensive research \nto unravel its intricate pathogenesis [1-3].\nEndometriosis, strongly linked to infertility, impacts \napproximately 30 % to 50 % of affected women. \nIts influence on fertility is multifaceted, involving \nmechanisms like inflammation, progesterone \nresistance, altered oocyte release, and impaired \ntransport of sperm and embryos, alongside disrupted \novarian function. These factors contribute to \ncompromised oocyte quality, impaired fertilization, \nand challenges in successful implantation, resulting \nin diminished pregnancy rates. While surgical and \nassisted reproductive interventions, such as In Vitro \nAssessing Natural Conception Rates after Laparoscopic  \nIntervention for Endometriosis-Induced Infertility\nDAWEI LI, ZIWEI ZHAO1, YUJING WENG, XUANPING LU AND WEIQIN ZHOU*\nReproductive Medicine Center, 1Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, \nSuzhou, Jiangsu Province 215000, China\n\nwww.ijpsonline.com\nSpecial Issue 4, 2024Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences\nFertilization (IVF), show promise in enhancing \npregnancy rates for women with endometriosis, \nthe decision to pursue these treatments hinges on \nvarious factors like symptoms, ultrasound findings, \novarian reserve, and patient preferences. However, \ncomprehending the intricate mechanisms and \ndeveloping effective treatments for endometriosis-\nrelated infertility warrants further exploration and \nresearch efforts [4-9].\nDiagnosing infertility linked to endometriosis poses \nintricate challenges due to its multifaceted nature. \nThe disease manifests diversely across subtypes and \npresentations, complicating identification. Moreover, \nsymptoms like pelvic pain and menstrual irregularities \noften mirror other conditions, blurring the line for \ndiscerning infertility causes. The gold standard for \ndiagnosis-laparoscopy-poses invasiveness and isn’t \nuniversally suitable. Compounded by the absence of \nspecific biomarkers or definitive imaging methods, \ndiagnosing endometriosis-related infertility demands \na comprehensive approach, amalgamating medical \nhistory, physical scrutiny, imaging modalities, and \noccasionally surgical exploration for conclusive \nassessment [10-15] .\nLaparoscopy stands as a pivotal tool in both \ndiagnosing and addressing endometriosis-related \nconcerns. By providing a direct visual inspection of \nendometrial implants and associated abnormalities, \nit serves as the gold standard for diagnosis, offering \nclarity in observing pelvic structures. Surgeons can \nprecisely identify and remove visible endometriotic \nareas and address adhesions, reinstating pelvic \nanatomy and potentially enhancing fertility. Research \nhighlights that laparoscopic excision of visually \ndetected endometriosis significantly alleviates \npelvic discomfort and boosts patient contentment. \nHowever, the procedure’s efficacy heavily relies on \nthe expertise of skilled surgeons, ensuring accurate \ndiagnosis and optimal therapeutic outcomes [16-21] .\nEvaluating the rate of natural pregnancy post-\nlaparoscopy in patients diagnosed with infertility \ndue to endometriosis aims to gauge the efficacy of \nthis surgical intervention in enhancing fertility. \nEndometriosis significantly impacts fertility, and \nlaparoscopy offers a means to address this by \nidentifying and removing endometriotic lesions while \nrectifying associated pelvic irregularities. Assessing \nthe rate of spontaneous pregnancies post-laparoscopy \nprovides crucial insights into the procedure’s success \nin enabling conception without resorting to Assisted \nReproductive Technologies (ART). This data serves \nas a valuable guide for healthcare providers, aiding in \ninformed treatment decisions for managing infertility \nstemming from endometriosis [22-27] . \nLaparoscopy plays a pivotal role in both diagnosing \nand addressing infertility by identifying and \nrectifying underlying issues like endometriosis, \nadhesions, and tubal factors that may hinder fertility. \nEvidence indicates its potential to facilitate natural \nconceptions and live births in a significant proportion \nof infertility cases. However, comprehensive studies \nexamining laparoscopy’s efficacy across diverse \npatient groups and comparing it with alternative \ntreatments are crucial. Such research endeavors \nwould offer more robust insights, guiding clinicians \nin making informed decisions when managing \ninfertility, thereby enhancing patient care [22,24,28] .\nPresently, gaps exist in comprehending the fertility \noutcomes after laparoscopic surgery for endometriosis-\nrelated infertility. Crucially, the absence of specific \nrandomized controlled trials tailored to assess post-\nsurgical fertility in advanced endometriosis patients \nunderscores a significant knowledge void. Moreover, \nlimitations in the predictive capability of the revised \nAmerican Fertility Society (r-AFS) classification \nfor fertility outcomes post-surgery emphasize the \nnecessity for more effective prognostic tools like the \nEndometriosis Fertility Index (EFI). Debate persists \nregarding the effectiveness of laparoscopic surgery in \nearly-stage endometriosis cases, despite established \nimprovements in fertility rates for minimal and \nmild endometriosis. Additionally, there’s a pressing \nneed for research exploring optimal management \nstrategies across different endometriosis stages \nand comparing treatment modalities’ outcomes, \nfrom surgery to expectant or medical therapies. \nAddressing these gaps through further investigation \nis imperative for enhancing our insights into fertility \noutcomes following laparoscopy for endometriosis-\nrelated infertility [29-32] .\nThe primary aim of this assessment is to evaluate \nthe rate of spontaneous pregnancies in individuals \ndiagnosed with infertility attributed to endometriosis \npost-laparoscopy. This study seeks to contribute \nessential insights into the understanding and \nmanagement of infertility specifically associated with \nendometriosis, shedding light on the effectiveness of \nlaparoscopic surgery as a potential treatment option \nfor improving natural pregnancy rates in these \nindividuals.\n19\n\nwww.ijpsonline.com\nSpecial Issue 4, 2024 Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences\n20\nMATERIALS AND METHODS\nResearch design:\nThe retrospective study was conducted on 550 \npatients who were presented with infertility and \nlater diagnosed with endometriosis and the data was \nobtained by examining medical records from the \nhospital. The patients were infertile women who had \nundergone surgical laparoscopy in our hospital. The \nparticipants from the prior study were also examined \nclosely and excluded if they did not meet the criteria. \nThe recruitment process had the following eligibility \ncriteria. Participants must meet the following criteria; \nage between 22 y and 35 y, experiencing infertility for \nat least 12 mo despite unprotected intercourse, having \nregular menstrual cycles lasting between 28 d and 37 \nd, diagnosed with endometriosis based on surgical \nand histological evidence, absence of other infertility \nfactors and confirmed normal fallopian tube function \nas determined by hysterosalpingography, and no use \nof ovulatory drug therapy, ART or hormone therapy \nwithin 1 y after surgery. This investigation was \nauthorized by the review board for human research \nat our University Hospital, and signed informed \nconsent was obtained from each woman. Surgical \nprocedures known as laparoscopies were conducted \nwhile the patient was under the influence of general \nanesthesia. The illness stage was assessed using \nthe rAFS classification of the American Society for \nReproductive Medicine (ASRM). The laparoscopic \nsurgical procedure entailed the eradication or \nextraction of all observable endometriotic implants \nand the dissolution of adhesions.\nInclusion and exclusion criteria:\nInclusion criteria: Patients who presented with \ninfertility and later diagnosed as endometriosis; \npatients who are between the ages of 22 y to 35 y \nold; participants must have been infertile for 12 mo \ndespite unprotected sexual activity; women with \na regular menstrual cycle 28 d-37 d, and surgical \nand histological diagnosis of endometriosis were \nincluded in this study.\nExclusion criteria: Women without infertility for 24 \nmo despite unprotected sexual activity; intermittent \nmenstrual periods outside 28 d-37 d and no surgical \nor histological evidence of endometriosis were \nexcluded from this study.\nStatistical analysis:\nA pregnancy that was detected within the uterus \noccurred within a year following the laparoscopy. In a \nstudy comparing pregnant and non-pregnant women, \nage, Body Mass Index (BMI), length of infertility, \nCA-125 levels, endometriosis stage, laparoscopic \nresults, and surgical type were compared. All data \nanalyses were done in Statistical Package for the \nSocial Sciences (SPSS) 12.0 (Chicago, Illinois, \nUnited States of America (USA)). Fisher’s exact and \nMann-Whitney U tests were used as needed. The \nsignificance criterion for all analyses was p<0.05.\nRESULTS AND DISCUSSION\nPatient characteristics of pregnant (n=226) and non-\npregnant (n=324) persons are compared in the Table \n1. The average age of pregnant patients is 29.9 y, \nwhich is lower than the average age of non-pregnant \npatients, which is 33.1 y. The rates of primary \ninfertility are comparable in both groups. Pregnant \nindividuals exhibit a somewhat elevated BMI (21.9 \nkg/m2) compared to non-pregnant individuals (21.0 \nkg/m2). Pregnant patients have a shorter period of \ninfertility, with an average of 31.9 mo, compared to \nnon-pregnant patients who have an average length \nof 42.9 mo. In pregnant women, CA-125 levels are \nelevated at 36.9 µ/ml, compared to non-pregnant \npatients who have levels of 22.0 u/ml. In addition, \nthis study has found a significant p<0.03 of CA-125 \nlevels among pregnant and non-pregnant patients. \nThe prevalence of rAFS stages varies, with stages \nI-II being more frequent in pregnant individuals and \nstages III-IV being more prevalent in non-pregnant \nindividuals.\nIn Table 2, the distribution of patients across \ndifferent rAFS stages is presented. Among the total \n550 patients, the majority were classified into stage \nIII, constituting 66.66 % (200 patients). Stage II \nfollows with 150 patients (60.00 %), while stage I \nand stage IV have 100 patients each, representing \n40.00 % and 33.33 % of the total, respectively. \nThe overall percentage distribution indicates that \nstage III has the highest proportion among the rAFS \nstages, contributing to 54.55 % of the entire patient \npopulation. This table provides a concise overview of \nthe distribution of patients based on their rAFS stage, \noffering insights into the prevalence of different \nstages within the studied population.\nFig. 1 depicts the pregnancy rate in relation to the \nrAFS stage among two groups of patients: Those \nwho are pregnant (n=226) and those who are not \npregnant (n=324). The patient distribution among \nthe four rAFS phases is as follows; stage I has a \n\nwww.ijpsonline.com\nSpecial Issue 4, 2024Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences\n21\npatients. Endometriomas are present in 15.43 % of \npregnant individuals and 18.51 % of non-pregnant \nindividuals. Small endometriomas are more common \nin both groups. There are also reported incidences \nthat affect both sides. The prevalence of peritubal/\nsubovarian adhesions is higher in non-pregnant \npatients (44.44 %) compared to pregnant patients \n(33.62 %). Posterior cul-de-sac obliteration is \nobserved in 26.31 % of pregnant individuals and \n25.00 % of non-pregnant individuals. The degree of \nobliteration varies, with lesions being categorized \nas partial, total or superficial. These findings offer \nvaluable understanding of the laparoscopic features \nof endometriosis in both pregnant and non-pregnant \npopulations.\nprevalence of 22.12 % in pregnant individuals and \n24.69 % in non-pregnant individuals. Stage II has a \nprevalence of 22.12 % in pregnant individuals and \n30.86 % in non-pregnant individuals. Stage III has \na prevalence of 26.54 % in pregnant individuals and \n21.60 % in non-pregnant individuals. Stage IV has a \nprevalence of 29.20 % in pregnant individuals and \n22.83 % in non-pregnant individuals. The data shown \nin the picture indicates that pregnancy rates change \nacross different stages, hence emphasizing potential \ncorrelations between the severity of endometriosis \n(rAFS stage) and the outcomes of pregnancy.\nTable 3 displays laparoscopic observations in a \ngroup of 226 pregnant patients and 324 non-pregnant \nPatient characteristics Pregnant patients (n=226) Non-pregnant patients (n=324) p\nAge (y) 29.9±3.4 33.1±4.0 0.06\nPrimary infertility (%) 152 (67.25 %) 210 (64.81) 0.06\nBMI (kg/m2) 21.9±2.4 21.0±2.3 0.07\nDuration of infertility (mo) 31.9±13.9 42.9±32.0 0.08\nCA-125 (µ/ml) 36.9±42.9 22.0±16.1 0.03\nrAFS stage\nI-II 100 (44.24 %) 180 (55.55 %)\n0.07\nIII-IV 126 (55.75 %) 144 (44.44 %)\nTABLE 1: PATIENT CHARACTERISTICS IN PREGNANT AND NON-PREGNANT PATIENTS\nrAFS Stage Patients Total\nI 100 (40.00 %)\n250 (45.46 %)\nII 150 (60.00 %)\nIII 200 (66.66 %)\n300 (54.55 %)\nIV 100 (33.33 %)\nTotal 550 (100 %)\nTABLE 2: NUMBER OF PATIENTS IN EACH rAFS STAGE\nFig. 1: Pregnancy rate with respect to rAFS stage\nNote: ( \n  ): Pregnant patient and ( \n  ): Non-pregnant patient\n\nwww.ijpsonline.com\nSpecial Issue 4, 2024 Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences\n22\nLaparoscopic finding Pregnant patients (n=226) Non-pregnant patients \n(n=324) p \nEndometrioma 50 (15.43 %) 60 (18.51 %) 0.06\nUnilateral 50 (15.43 %) 60 (18.51 %) 0.08\nSmall 30 (60.00 %) 45 (75.00 %) 0.07\nLarge 20 (40.00 %) 15 (25.00 %) 0.07\nBilateral 50 (15.43 %) 60 (18.51 %) 0.11\nSmall Endometrioma 30 (60.00 %) 50 (83.33 %) 0.06\nLarge Endometrioma 20 (40.00 %) 10 (16.66 %) 0.07\nPeritubal/subovarian \nadhesion 76 (33.62 %) 144 (44.44 %) 0.09\nPosterior cul-de-sac \nobliteration 20 (26.31 %) 36 (25.00 %) 0.11\nPartial 16 (21.05 %) 40 (27.77 %) 0.07\nComplete 20 (26.31 %) 32 (22.22 %) 0.08\nSuperficial lesion only 20 (26.31 %) 36 (25.00 %) 0.07\nTABLE 3: LAPAROSCOPIC FINDINGS IN PREGNANT AND NON-PREGNANT PATIENTS\nIn a study by Pantou et al. [22] which delved into the \nefficacy of laparoscopic surgery as a diagnostic and \ntherapeutic measure for infertility among women with \nundetermined causes despite standard investigations \nand multiple failed IVF attempts. Out of the 107 \neligible women, laparoscopic intervention revealed \nendometriosis in 62 patients (57.94 %), pelvic \nadhesions in 25 patients (23.3 %), and unexplained \ninfertility in 20 cases (18.69 %). Following corrective \nprocedures for endometriosis and adhesions, patients \nwere encouraged to conceive naturally, while those \nwith unexplained infertility underwent a single IVF \ncycle. Within the 1 st y after laparoscopy, 48.38 % of \nthose with diagnosed endometriosis achieved natural \nconception, resulting in live births for 93.4 % of \nthem. Similarly, 44 % of patients with adhesions \nattained natural conception. However, among those \nwith unexplained infertility, only 20 % achieved \nclinical pregnancy after the first IVF cycle. These \nfindings underscore laparoscopy’s promising role in \ndiagnosing and addressing infertility, notably through \nrevealing pertinent diagnostic details, offering a \nvaluable alternative to excessive reliance on IVF \nfor patients with undetermined infertility issues and \nrecurrent IVF failures.\nIn a study by Porpora et al. [33] 47 infertile women \nunderwent laparoscopic treatment for endometriosis. \nThe distribution of endometriosis stages among the \npatients was 11 % for stage I, 11 % for stage II, 53.3 \n% for stage III, and 24.4 % for stage IV . Over an \naverage follow-up of 48.5+/-18.44 mo, the overall \npregnancy rate reached 64.4 %. The majority, 69 % \nTable 4 presents the laparoscopic observations \nin a group of 226 pregnant patients and 324 non-\npregnant patients. The predominant procedures in \nboth categories are fulguration, with a prevalence \nof 30.97 % in pregnant individuals and 31.17 % \nin non-pregnant individuals, and endometrioma \nenucleation, with a prevalence of 22.12 % in pregnant \nindividuals and 21.60 % in non-pregnant individuals. \nFenestration and fulguration are carried out in 17.69 \n% of pregnant patients and 18.51 % of non-pregnant \ninstances. In addition, the significant p value was \n0.04 among pregnant and non-pregnant patients. The \noccurrence of unilateral salpingo-oophorectomy is \nhigher in pregnant individuals (13.27 %) compared \nto non-pregnant patients (9.87 %). The procedure \nof adhesiolysis is carried out in 8.84 % of pregnant \ncases and 9.87 % of non-pregnant cases, whereas \nmyomectomy is performed in 7.07 % of pregnant \ninstances and 8.95 % of non-pregnant cases and p \nvalue was 0.04. \nThe cumulative intrauterine pregnancy rate in \nendometriosis patients following laparoscopy \nfollows the guidelines shown in fig. 2. There is a \nclear upward trend in the cumulative pregnancy rate \nas seen in the graph. A rate of 0 % is seen at the \noutset (0 d following laparoscopy), which increases \nto 18 % at 30 d and 30 % at 120 d. At 360 d after \nlaparoscopy, the trend continues to rise, reaching 50 \n%. This provides more evidence that laparoscopy may \nenhance reproductive outcomes for endometriosis \npatients, since intrauterine pregnancy rates seem to \nhave improved gradually over the year after surgery. \n\nwww.ijpsonline.com\nSpecial Issue 4, 2024Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences\n23\n(18 out of 26 women), conceived within 6 mo post-\nlaparoscopy, with 23 % conceiving at 12 mo, 11 % \nwithin 24 mo, and another 11 % after 2 y (p<0.01). \nIn addition, this study has found a significant \np<0.03 of CA-125 levels among pregnant and non-\npregnant patients. Adhesions in the adnexa and \ntubal conditions notably influenced pregnancy rates. \nHowever, no significant differences were observed \nconcerning the disease stage or the presence of \novarian endometrioses. These findings highlight \nthat laparoscopic treatment significantly improves \nfertility, particularly within the initial 6 mo following \nsurgery, where adnexal adhesions and tubal status \nplay key roles in determining reproductive outcomes.\nIn a retrospective study by Centini et al. [34] at \nan endometriosis tertiary center, 115 patients \nwho underwent laparoscopic surgery for deep \nendometriosis-related infertility were assessed. \nAnalysis of fertility outcomes post-surgery correlated \npregnancy rates with lesion characteristics; number, \nsize, and location (anterior, posterolateral, pouch of \nDouglas, or multiple locations). Over an average \nfollow-up of 22 mo, the overall pregnancy rate was \n54.78 % (n=63), resulting in a live birth rate of \n42.6 % (n=49). Of the patients with the opportunity \nfor spontaneous conception (n=70), the overall \npregnancy rate was 60 % (n=42), with 38.5 % \n(n=27) conceived spontaneously and 21.4 % (n=15) \nvia Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART). \nRemoval of multiple lesions correlated with higher \npost-surgery pregnancy rates. Interestingly, isolated \nlesion size and disease location didn’t significantly \naffect the pregnancy rate, whereas patients receiving \ntheir first surgical treatment for multiple lesions \nexhibited higher pregnancy rates (odds ratio, 4.18). \nThis study highlights that laparoscopic excision of \ndeep endometriosis significantly enhances pregnancy \nrates, emphasizing the impact of initial surgical \nintervention on multiple lesions for improved fertility \noutcomes. \nFig. 2: 1 y cumulative intrauterine pregnancy rate in endometriosis patients after laparoscopy\nLaparoscopic finding Pregnant patients (n=226) Non-pregnant patients \n(n=324) p \nFulguration 70 (30.97 %) 101 (31.17 %) 0.04\nEndometrioma enucleation 50 (22.12 %) 70 (21.60 %) 0.07\nFenestration and fulguration 40 (17.69 %) 60 (18.51 %) 0.08\nUnilateral salpingo-\noophorectomy 30 (13.27 %) 32 (9.87 %) 0.09\nAdhesiolysis 20 (8.84 %) 32 (9.87 %) 0.08\nMyomectomy 16 (7.07 %) 29 (8.95 %) 0.04\nTABLE 4: LAPAROSCOPIC PROCEDURE IN PREGNANT AND NON-PREGNANT PATIENTS\n\nwww.ijpsonline.com\nSpecial Issue 4, 2024 Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences\n24\nA prospective cohort study by Bianchi et al. [35] \ninvolved 179 infertile women under 38 y exhibiting \nsymptoms or signs of Deep Infiltrative Endometriosis \n(DIE) in Sao Paulo, Brazil. They were divided into \ntwo groups; group A (IVF only, n=105) and group \nB (extensive laparoscopic DIE excision before IVF, \nn=64). Out of these, 10 were lost to follow-up. Group \nB underwent laparoscopic excision of approximately \n5±2 DIE lesions. In addition, the significant p value \nwas 0.04 among pregnant and non-pregnant patients.\nThe patient characteristics between groups were \nsimilar in terms of age, infertility duration and d 3 \nserum follicle-stimulating hormone levels. However, \ngroup B had more previous IVF attempts. IVF \noutcomes differed notably between the groups; \nthe total dose of recombinant follicle-stimulating \nhormone required for ovulation induction was slightly \nhigher in group B (2542 IU) compared to group A \n(2380 IU), and the number of oocytes retrieved was \nslightly lower in group B (9) compared to group A \n(10). Despite these differences, the pregnancy rate \nafter IVF was significantly higher in group B (41 \n%) than in group A (24 %). Importantly, the odds of \nachieving pregnancy were 2.45 times greater in the \nextensive laparoscopic excision group (B) than in the \nIVF-only group (A).\nPregnancy rates post-laparoscopy are influenced \nby multiple variables. The presence of tubal \nadhesions may diminish cumulative pregnancy rates, \ncontrasting with cases lacking adhesions. Severity \nlevels of endometriosis significantly impact these \nrates. Factors such as younger age, superior ovarian \nreserve, and enhanced sperm parameters are linked \nto increased pregnancy probabilities. Tubal status, \nendometriosis severity, age, ovarian reserve, and \nsperm quality collectively play roles in determining \npost-laparoscopy pregnancy outcomes [36,37] .\nResearch demonstrates that laparoscopic surgery \neffectively boosts natural pregnancy rates in women \ngrappling with endometriosis-related infertility, \nparticularly within the initial 6 mo post-surgery. \nAdnexal adhesions and tubal conditions significantly \ninfluence reproductive outcomes, while disease stage \nand ovarian endometriomas seem less impactful. \nThese findings advocate for laparoscopy as a viable \ntherapeutic avenue for individuals with minimal \nto moderate endometriosis-related infertility, \nfacilitating the removal of visible endometriotic \nareas, pelvic restoration and improved fertility. \nClinically, this underscores the importance of \ncounselling patients, emphasizing the optimal \npregnancy window post-surgery and the significance \nof pre-surgical assessment for adhesions and tubal \nconditions. Laparoscopy emerges as a valuable \ntool in managing endometriosis-related infertility, \nyet tailored considerations for each patient’s \nunique characteristics are pivotal in treatment \ndecisions [33,38,39] .\nThe existing literature highlights potential areas for \nfurther exploration regarding laparoscopic treatment \nin endometriosis-related infertility. Studies often \nexhibit limited long-term follow-up, necessitating \ncomprehensive research to gauge sustained \npregnancy rates post-surgery. Understanding how \ndifferent stages and locations of endometriosis affect \nnatural pregnancy rates after laparoscopy is crucial \nfor tailored treatment approaches. Investigating the \nimpact of adjuvant therapies combined with surgery \non fertility outcomes is a pertinent avenue for future \nresearch. Developing predictive models considering \npatient-specific factors like age and severity of \nendometriosis is pivotal for informed patient \nselection. Moreover, assessing the surgery’s impact on \npatients’ overall quality of life beyond just achieving \npregnancy would offer a more comprehensive \nperspective. In summary, addressing these aspects-\nlong-term follow-up, diverse endometriosis types, \nadjuvant therapies, patient selection, and quality of \nlife-remains essential for advancing understanding \nand optimizing treatment strategies [23-26,33,34,37,40] .\nThis study concluded that the current study \nconcludes that among infertile women with \nendometriosis alone, the natural conception rate was \n50.00 % 1 y following laparoscopic surgery. With \nthis knowledge, infertile patients who are seeking \ntreatment for endometriosis and the physicians who \nare counseling them should find it helpful. There are \nstill significant knowledge gaps about the natural \nconception rates following laparoscopy for infertility \ncaused by endometriosis, while this area of research \nhas made significant contributions. For starters, when \nit comes to severe endometriosis, there is a dearth \nof randomized controlled trials that are designed \nto evaluate the success of reproductive treatments \nafter surgery. There is a need for better prognostic \ntools like the EFI because the r-AFS classification is \nnot very good at predicting fertility outcomes. This \nstudy found that significantly more pregnant and \nnon-pregnant than pregnant patients and fulguration, \nand myomectomy was done. 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