Open AccessEvidence based surgical management of endometriosis
Author(s) -
Mohamed A. Bedaiwy,
Nichole M. Barker
Publication year - 2012
Publication title -
middle east fertility society journal/middle east fertility society journal
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.322
H-Index - 18
eISSN - 2090-3251
pISSN - 1110-5690
DOI - 10.1016/j.mefs.2011.12.004
Subject(s) - endometriosis , medicine , fertility , pelvic pain , disease , fertility preservation , intensive care medicine , gynecology , general surgery , surgery , population , environmental health
The management approach to patients with pelvic endometriosis is multidimensional. One must consider several factors such as patient’s age, parity, extent of the disease, and menopausal status when planning treatment strategies. The main goals of therapy are targeted at symptom control and achieving fertility in women who so desire. Medical and/or surgical therapies can be considered in these patients. Individualized patient care is essential for the success of treatment. In this review, we focus our discussion on surgical approach strategies and the management of endometriosis with an emphasis on pain and fertility outcomes