Overview

Endometriosis is a complex gynecological disorder with multifactorial etiology. An estrogen-dependent condition, it affects 6% to 10% of women in the general population, and in 35% to 50% of these women often experience pain, and sometimes infertility. Exploring this benign but chronic disease, the book covers the different aspects of endometriosis from basic to advanced levels, including diagnoses, management, treatment modalities, complications, and fertility. Features Provides an overview of the guidelines, expert opinions, and ethical dilemmas involved with endometriosis. Covers the various complications that these women can experience Presents informative illustrations that complement the text discussion An overview of surgery, hormone therapy, and other options is provided In-depth coverage of novel treatments, including alternative medicine, diet, nutrition, and lifestyle modifications

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Author:   Seema Chopra
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:   CRC Press
Weight:   1.280kg
ISBN:  

9781138327962

ISBN 10:   1138327964
Pages:   198
Publication Date:   16 March 2020
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

TABLE OF CONTENTS Natural history: Basics of endometriosis Epidemiology Etiopathogenesis of endometriosis Molecular basis and biomarkers of disease activity Diagnostic evaluation Adolescents and endometriosis Infertility attributed to endometriosis Medical management of endometriosis Surgical exploration as primary modality of treatment 10. Management of deep, infiltrative endometriosis (DIE) causing gynecological morbidity: A urologist’s perspective 11. Management of deep, infiltrative endometriosis (DIE) causing gynecological morbidity: A colorectal surgeon’s perspective 12. Adenomyosis and endometriosis 13. Helping a woman afflicted with endometriosis to conceive 14. Alternative medicine for endometriosis: Diet and nutrition 15. Novel treatment modalities 16. Long-term complications associated with endometriosis 17. Recurrence of endometriosis 18. Quality of life affected by endometriosis: Lifestyle modification for symptom alleviation 19. Literature review: Guidelines for the management of endometriosis 20. Hormone therapy after total surgery for endometriosis 21. Ethical dilemmas in the management of endometriosis 22. Conclusion

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Seema Chopra, MBBS, MD, is a consultant (Additional Professor) in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, India.

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