Laurin Burla

OBJECTIVE: To systematically evaluate the clinical evidence on intraoperative navigation techniques in endometriosis surgery. DATA SOURCES: In accordance with the PRISMA guidelines, a systematic literature search was conducted in the datab…

OBJECTIVE: Excision of deep infiltrating endometriosis in the parametrium involving pelvic nerves can be challenging and requires good anatomical knowledge and surgical strategy [1]. Based on our experience, we have identified two important…

INTRODUCTION: Many women with endometriosis turn to digital sources for information. Meanwhile, large language models (LLMs) appear capable of offering health advice. This study aimed to evaluate the potential in answering endometriosis-rel…

STUDY OBJECTIVE: The association between endometriosis and congenital uterine anomalies (CUAs) has been discussed for decades, but existing evidence about this association is scarce. Our study aimed to evaluate the prevalence of CUAs in wom…

PURPOSE: The surgical treatment of endometriosis, which is routinely performed by minimally invasive approach, is developing towards an increasing complexity in deep endometriosis. While RAS appears to be gaining importance, there are few r…

BACKGROUND: Endometriosis and adenomyosis are two closely related, estrogen-dependent, benign gynecological diseases. The available evidence on their common pathogenesis and association is limited and often does not address the heterogeneit…

The data that support the findings of this study are available from the corresponding author upon reasonable request.

Background: MRI diagnostics are important for adenomyosis, especially in cases with inconclusive ultrasound. This study assessed the potential of MRI-based radiomics as a novel tool for differentiating between uteri with and without adenomy…

Journal Article Reply: Strengthening patient education on endometriosis therapies Get access N Thurnherr, N Thurnherr Department of Gynecology, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland Correspondence address. Department of Gynecology…

OBJECTIVE: To present a standardized and reproducible approach for the surgical excision of deep endometriosis in the rectovaginal septum, represented by #ENZIAN A. DESIGN: Surgical video article. SETTING: A tertiary referral center. PAT…

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the intraoperative visual effect of treatment with GnRH-analogues and Dienogest in endometriosis. DESIGN: Retrospective observational study. SETTING: Every laparoscopy from all the different disciplines in our hospi…

STUDY QUESTION: What are the attitudes and perceptions towards endocrine endometriosis therapy? SUMMARY ANSWER: Among the study population, endocrine endometriosis therapies are associated with negative mental images and emotions and there …

BACKGROUND: Social media platforms, such as Facebook and Instagram, are increasingly being used to share health-related information by "influencers," regular users, and institutions alike. While patients may benefit in various ways from the…

OBJECTIVE: To describe the anatomical distribution and intraoperative morphology of endosalpingiosis. DESIGN: Retrospective observational video study. SETTING: Data and intraoperative videos were reviewed by two independent reviewers at o…

Background: Endosalpingiosis is assumed to be the second most common benign peritoneal pathology after endometriosis in women. Although recent studies indicate a significant association with gynecologic malignancies, many underlying princip…

Endosalpingiosis refers to the ectopic presence of tubal epithelium. However, this incidental finding received little attention, although it is the second most common benign peritoneal pathology in women following endometriosis. In contrast…

BACKGROUND Social media platforms, such as Facebook and Instagram, are increasingly being used to share health-related information by “influencers,” regular users, and institutions alike. While patients may benefit in various ways from the…

OBJECTIVES: Endocrine drugs represent an important cornerstone of endometriosis therapy. Pharmaceutical alternatives with similar efficacy remain out of sight in the near future. Aim of this study is to investigate attitudes and perceptions…

Although endometriosis is a common gynaecological clinical picture in women of reproductive age, diagnosis and therapy often begin late after the onset of symptoms. The explanation probably lies on the one hand in the manifold manifestation…