[Endometriose i klinisk praksis] - PubMed
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- Endometriosis is a chronic, estrogen-dependent inflammatory disorder affecting ~10% of reproductive-age women.
- It is underdiagnosed, with delays of 5-12 years.
- Symptoms include dysmenorrhea, chronic pelvic pain, dyspareunia, dyschezia, dysuria, fatigue, and infertility.
- Endometriosis is present in up to 50% of infertile patients.
- Diagnosis relies on clinical assessment, imaging (TVUS/MRI), and occasionally laparoscopy.
- Pathogenesis involves retrograde menstruation, genetic and immunologic factors.
- Management includes analgesics, hormonal therapy, surgery, physiotherapy, and psychosocial support.