[Should we operate for deep infiltrating endometriosis?--No. "Choose realism instead of idealism"]

H. Fernandez, Fernandez H, X. Deffieux, Deffieux X, Faivre E, E. Faivre, Gervaise A, A. Gervaise
Gynecologie, obstetrique & fertilite · 2008 · vol. 36(2) , pp. 214–217 · doi:10.1016/j.gyobfe.2007.12.007 · PMID:18276181 · W1983488386
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This paper questions the necessity of surgical intervention for infiltrative endometriosis, advocating for a realistic approach over idealistic treatment strategies.

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endometriosis

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Endometriosis Laparoscopy Rectal Diseases Vaginal Diseases Endometriosis Endometriosis Female Female Humans Humans Infertility Infertility Infertility Interdisciplinary Communication Interdisciplinary Communication Laparoscopy Laparoscopy Pain Pain Pain

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