Lateral distribution of endometriomas as a function of age

Bazi T, Tony Bazi, Khalil Abi Nader, Abi Nader K, Muhieddine A Seoud, Muhieddine Seoud, Seoud MA, Charafeddine M, Maya Charafeddine, Rechdan JB, Johnny B. Rechdan, Tony G. Zreik, Zreik TG
Fertility and sterility · 2006 · vol. 87(2) , pp. 419–421 · doi:10.1016/j.fertnstert.2006.06.028 · PMID:17094977 · W2168110513
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This study investigated how the lateral distribution of endometriomas changes with patient age.

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Abstract

The lateral asymmetry of ovarian endometriomas, with a left-sided predilection, seems to disappear with advancing age. This asymmetry does not seem to persist in women >35 years of age.

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endometriosis

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Endometriosis Endometriosis Peritoneal Diseases Peritoneal Diseases Adult Age Distribution Age Factors Endometriosis Female Humans Lebanon Lebanon Middle Aged Peritoneal Diseases

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