Etiology of Endometriosis

D A Metzger, Déborah Metzger, Metzger DA, A F Haney, Haney AF
Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics of North America · 1989 · vol. 16(1) , pp. 1–14 · doi:10.1016/s0889-8545(21)00134-0 · PMID:2664614 · W2410543109
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This paper investigates the causes of endometriosis by analyzing genetic and environmental factors.

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The likelihood of developing endometriosis can thus be viewed as a quantitative phenomenon--that is, the probability of having large amounts of endometrium delivered to the peritoneal cavity and the inherent ability of the pelvic tissues to support transplantation, or a combination of the two. What part immunologic, genetic, and menstrual factors contribute to an individual woman's susceptibility to develop the disease has yet to be explored in detail. A substantial amount of research will be required to evaluate these areas to devise methods of preventing the development of endometriosis.

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endometriosis

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Endometriosis Endometriosis Female Humans

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