Bladder Endometriosis: What do we know and what is left to find out? A narrative review

K Fleischer, Fleischer K, Kyle Fleischer, Bachi A, Averyl Bachi, Jonathan Kam, Kam J, Priya Narayanan, Narayanan P, Rajesh Nair, Nair R, Shaheen Khazali, Khazali S
Best practice & research. Clinical obstetrics & gynaecology · 2024 · vol. 96 , pp. 102536 · doi:10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2024.102536 · PMID:39112342 · W4401304135
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This narrative review synthesizes current knowledge on bladder endometriosis, highlighting established facts and identifying areas requiring further investigation.

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Abstract

Bladder endometriosis accounts for 70-85% of urinary tract endometriosis cases. Urinary tract endometriosis occurs in approximately 1% of those living with endometriosis. Underlying aetiology and pathogenesis are not fully understood, but there are several plausible theories. As well as the typical pain symptoms, those with bladder endometriosis can experience several urinary tract symptoms. The manifestation of these symptoms can have complex pathways and processes. Imaging is accurate in the diagnosis of bladder endometriosis and clinicians should be mindful of the risk of silent kidney loss. Management should be guided by symptoms; both medical and surgical options are feasible. Surgical management offers potentially definitive treatment. Excisional surgery via bladder shave or partial cystectomy offers good improvement in symptoms with relatively low rates of serious complications and recurrence.

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endometriosisbladder_endometriosis

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Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis

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