Review ArticleInternational Journal of Community Medicine and Public Health

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Epidemiology, diagnosis, and clinical management of endometriosis

Int J Community Med Public Health. 2024;11(1):491-495.DOI10.18203/2394-6040.ijcmph20233944

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Abstract

When it comes to talk about endometriosis, this affects around the world, and the occurrence of this has done to around 176 million women worldwide. This misplaced endometrial tissue responds to changes and undergoes cyclic bleeding and inflammation. As a result, it may produce complications, which includes pain, adhesions, fibrosis, and dysfunction in affected organs. Furthermore, there are currently no biomarkers for diagnosis without procedures. For diagnosing endometriosis, there is a gold standard laparoscopy combined with confirmation. The primary goals in treating endometriosis are to alleviate pain symptoms, improve fertility if desired by the individual affected, and prevent disease progression. The selection of treatment options is influenced by factors, including the extent and position of the illness, the patient's age, and future family plans. Nevertheless, it is essential to acknowledge that there are limitations and risks involved, such as symptoms potentially returning after stopping treatment or complications that may arise from procedures.

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Affiliations

  1. Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, East Jeddah Hospital, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
  2. Plastic Surgery Department, Abha Maternity and Children Hospital, Abha, Saudi Arabia
  3. Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Bahrain Defence Force Hospital, Riffa, Bahrain
  4. College of Medicine, Ibn Sina National College, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
  5. College of Medicine, Mansoura Manchester Programme for Medical Education, Mansoura, Egypt
  6. First Health Cluster, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
  7. Eastern Health Cluster, Qatif Central Hospital, Qatif, Saudi Arabia
  8. Primary Health Care, East Jeddah Hospital, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
  9. College of Medicine, Dar Al Uloom University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

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