Endometriosis: a continuing enigma?

S Ingamells; Susan Ingamells; Eileen Thomas; E J Thomas

Endometriosis: a continuing enigma?

S Ingamells, Susan Ingamells, Eileen Thomas, E J Thomas

Hospital medicine (London, England : 1998) · 1998 · vol. 59(6) , pp. 437–41 · PMID:9775269 · W2415847797

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This review outlines the current understanding of endometriosis, a common yet poorly understood gynecological disease, and highlights advances made by recent research.

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Abstract

Endometriosis is a common gynaecological disease but remains a poorly understood condition. Fundamental questions about the aetiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, natural history and treatment are still unanswered by the extensive research into endometriosis. This article will outline present understanding of endometriosis and the advances provided by recent research.

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endometriosis

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Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Female Humans Infertility, Female Infertility, Female

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Primary endometrioid adenocarcinoma of the large intestine arising in colorectal endometriosis 2002

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Primary endometrioid adenocarcinoma of the large intestine arising in colorectal endometriosis 2002

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