Impact of endometriosis on women's health: comparative historical data show that the earlier the onset, the more severe the disease

Mary Lou Ballweg
Best practice & research. Clinical obstetrics & gynaecology · 2004 · vol. 18(2) , pp. 201–218 · doi:10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2004.01.003 · PMID:15157638 · W2087989193
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This study analyzed historical data to demonstrate a correlation between earlier onset of endometriosis and increased disease severity in women.

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mesh:D004715endometriosis

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Endometriosis Adolescent Adult Age of Onset Diagnostic Errors Diagnostic Errors Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Female Humans Hypersensitivity Hypersensitivity Middle Aged Quality of Life Treatment Outcome

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