Incidence of bilateral adnexal disease in severe endometriosis (revised American Fertility Society [AFS], stage IV): should a stage V be included in the AFS classification?

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This study analyzed severe endometriosis (AFS stage IV) and found a high incidence of bilateral adnexal disease, supporting the need for a stage V in the AFS classification.

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Abstract

Studying the incidence of bilateral adnexal disease and dense adhesions, two groups of patients with severe endometriosis were distinguished, suggesting that a stage V needs to be considered in the AFS classification.

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endometriosis

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Adnexal Diseases Endometriosis Adnexal Diseases Adnexal Diseases Adnexal Diseases Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Female Humans Incidence

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