Endometriosis

In: Algorithms for Obstetrics and Gynaecology · 2014 · pp. 226–229 · doi:10.1093/med/9780199651399.003.0065 · W4250350913
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This chapter reviews the epidemiology, common sites, presentation, diagnosis, specialist assessment, and management of endometriosis, a chronic condition characterized by endometrial tissue growth outside the uterus.

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Abstract Endometriosis is defined as a chronic condition in which there is growth of endometrial tissue in sites other than in the endometrial cavity. The chapter discusses epidemiology, common sites of endometriosis, presentation, diagnosis, specialist assessment, and management.

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