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BACKGROUND: Cervicovaginal agenesis with functional uterine remnants is a rare Müllerian anomaly that may cause obstructed menstrual flow, pelvic pain, haematometra, haematosalpinx and endometriosis. Uterus-preserving reconstruction is chal…

STUDY OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the neurovascular architecture of deep endometriosis using a standardized butterfly excision approach and to explore its association with postoperative pain outcomes. DESIGN: Prospective exploratory pilot study…

BACKGROUND: During laparoscopic gynecological surgeries, trocar incisions, pneumoperitoneum and distention of the anterior abdominal wall can cause postoperative pain. Inadequate pain management can increase the risk of postoperative compli…

STUDY OBJECTIVE: To evaluate how the AAGL 2021, #Enzian, and revised American Society for Reproductive Medicine (rASRM) classifications reflect operative time, advanced surgical procedures, and blood-loss-related perioperative outcomes in a…

Objective: Endometriosis may negatively affect the ovarian reserve, and also endometriosis surgery may cause further damage to the ovarian reserve. There is lack of definite data for the effect of endometriomas and treatments on the ovarian…

BACKGROUND: The effects of current treatment options for endometrioma on ovarian reserve remain controversial. Recent advancements in surgical techniques may challenge the previously established evidence regarding the detrimental effects of…

Objective: To determine the incidence of autoimmunity in women with endometriosis and examine whether autoimmunity has any additional negative effects on ovarian reserve beyond the influence of endometriosis alone. Design: The study include…

OBJECTIVE: To determine which progestin, norethindrone acetate (NETA) or dienogest, is more effective in alleviating pain associated with endometriosis? STUDY DESIGN: This single-center, prospective, randomized trial included 70 patients a…

Abstract Study question Are there correlations between HE4 levels and the presence of ultrasonographic findings of adenomyosis in infertile women, and how does this relationship effect pregnancy outcomes? Summary answer The presence of sube…

Abstract Study question Is the coexistence of autoimmunity more harmful to ovarian reserve in endometriosis patients? Summary answer The presence of autoimmunity does have additional harm to ovarian reserve in patients with endometriosis. W…

Abstract Study question How do the two-progestin type NETA and dienogest affect on pain and recurrence in patients with endometriosis? Summary answer NETA and dienogest are progestin derivatives that have similar effects on pain and recurre…

Background The incidence of Mullerian abnormalities is extremely rare. There is no exact surgical method to make the anatomy functional.  The present case demonstrates the surgical approach for Mullerian agenesis with bilateral uterine remn…

Abstract Study question What is the effect of the endometriosis on oocytes morphological abnormalities in intracytoplasmic sperm injection cycles.? Summary answer An increase in the detection rate of refractile body and polar body fragmenta…

Objective: To elucidate the prognostic factors for intracytoplasmic sperm injection cycle cancellation in patients with endometriosis-related infertility. Study Design: This was a retrospective cohort study and conducted at the Assisted Rep…

Objective: To elucidate the prognostic factor for IVF&ICSI cycle cancellation in patients with endometriosis related infertility Design & Setting The study was a retrospective cohort study and conducted at Uludag University School of Medici…

OBJECTIVE: The aim of the study was to compare patients with and without endometriosis regarding performance rates, difficulties, and complications associated with transvaginal oocyte retrieval (TVOR) procedures. MATERIAL AND METHODS: A pr…

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate whether endometrioma is associated with a progressive decline in ovarian reserve, and to compare the rate of decline with natural decline in ovarian reserve. DESIGN: Prospective, observational study. SETTING: Tertia…

While an association can be addressed among endometriosis and subfertility, the causal relationship has not been elucidated yet. Impaired oocyte quality in endometriosis patients has been accused for the unsuccessful outcomes of assisted re…

Study question Are live birth rates (LBR) different after ART cycles between women with primary or recurrent endometrioma? Summary answer Women with recurrent endometrioma have similar LBR as compared to patients with primary endometrioma. …