Gut microbiota and diet in endometriosis: a missing link in therapy?

Anna Bartnicka, Karabin K, Karolina Karabin
Ginekologia polska · 2026 · vol. 97(5) , pp. 349–351 · doi:10.5603/gpl.111754 · PMID:42261712 · W7161342289
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This paper explores the potential role of gut microbiota and diet as a missing link in endometriosis therapy, though no specific findings are reported due to the absence of an abstract.

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This editorial explores the potential therapeutic role of gut microbiota and dietary interventions in managing endometriosis by synthesizing recent systematic reviews and meta-analyses. The authors highlight emerging evidence linking specific nutrients, such as omega-3 fatty acids and dietary fiber, to reduced inflammatory markers and pain symptoms associated with the disease. While noting that clinical perspectives are still evolving, the text emphasizes the need for further rigorous trials to establish standardized nutritional protocols. This paper is centrally about endometriosis — specifically examining the gut-brain-pelvic axis and dietary modulation as a missing link in current therapy strategies.

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