PROBLEM: To characterize the genetic variation across the MMP-2 and TIMP-2 gene with the risk of advanced-stage endometriosis. METHOD OF STUDY: Ten single-nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) and haplotype associations between MMP-2 (9082A>G, 9…
OBJECTIVE: To retrospectively evaluate the feasibility of computed tomography (CT) in depicting deep-infiltrating endometriosis. MATERIALS: The study population included 54 patients (age: mean, 35.5 years; range, 23-48 years) with histolog…
PURPOSE: This study was conducted to investigate the efficacy of black cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa) and St. John's wort (Hypericum perforatum) in women with climacteric symptoms, and to assess their effects on vaginal atrophy, hormone level…
STUDY OBJECTIVE: To assess the effectiveness and safety of hysteroscopic endometrial ablation as a surgical management of abnormal uterine bleeding that develops in patients with renal transplants. DESIGN: Retrospective study (Canadian Tas…