Can Oral Contraceptives Prevent Endometrioma Recurrence After Surgical Excision

In: Journal watch · 2010 · vol. 2010 · doi:10.1056/wh201005200000004 · W2897532042
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This study investigates whether oral contraceptives can prevent the recurrence of ovarian endometriomas following surgical excision, addressing a complication affecting up to 30% of women.

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Surgical removal of ovarian endometriomas is the treatment of choice, but as many as 30% of women experience recurrences. Can oral contraceptives (OCs)

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