ANTINUCLEAR ANTIBODIES IN ENDOMETRIOSIS

Endometriosis is a chronic gynecological condition characterized by the presence of endometrial-like tissue outside the uterine cavity. Its prevalence in women of reproductive age is 2-10% and reaches 35-50% among women with pain and/or infertility. Although the etiology of endometriosis is complex and poorly elucidated, studies suggest strong associations between endometriosis and abnormalities in the immune system. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of antinuclear antibodies (ANA) and anti-DNA in patients diagnosed with endometriosis. To evaluate the association between the presence of ANA and/or anti-DNA and demographic factors of patients with endometriosis.