endometriosis
| Headline | |
|---|---|
| Etiology | endometrial tissue outside of uterus – commonly in pouch of Douglas, uterosacral ligaments. |
| Epidemiology | |
| Clinical presentation | cyclical pain (dyspareunia, dysuria etc.) or GI symptoms - painful defaecation +/- infertility should offer internal vaginal examination Ddx: |
| Pathogenesis | cyclical bleeding → inflammation → fibrous adhesions |
| Diagnostic investigations | TVUS; MRI pelvis; diagnostic laparoscopy |
| Management | Complications: |
| Prevention |