Molecular mechanisms contributing to the pathogenesis of endometriosis

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This paper reviews the molecular mechanisms, including altered gene expression, immune dysfunction, and steroid hormone signaling, that contribute to the development and progression of endometriosis.

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(2002). Molecular mechanisms contributing to the pathogenesis of endometriosis. Gynecological Endocrinology: Vol. 16, No. 6, pp. 493-504.

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mesh:D004715endometriosis

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Endometriosis Ascitic Fluid Cell Adhesion Molecules Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometrium Endometrium Endometrium Environment Female Genetic Predisposition to Disease Humans Infertility, Female Inflammation Neovascularization, Pathologic

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