Endometriosis and the adolescent

Dovey, S.; Sanfilippo, J.

Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology 53(2): 420-428

2010


ISSN/ISBN: 1532-5520
PMID: 20436319
DOI: 10.1097/grf.0b013e3181dbdc61
Document Number: 213188
The majority of women with endometriosis report symptoms starting in adolescence, yet endometriosis is often a delayed diagnosis in this patient population. Given that endometriosis is felt to be a progressive disease with increasing morbidities over time, such as structural defects and infertility, being more aggressive with pursuing the diagnosis is warranted. Once the diagnosis of endometriosis is made, various medical and surgical treatment modalities are available, and this article will review the most current treatment recommendations.

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