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
Edited by:
Seema Chopra
Imprint: CRC Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions:
Height: 254mm,
Width: 178mm,
Weight: 439g
ISBN: 9781032173283
ISBN 10: 1032173289
Pages: 200
Publication Date: 30 September 2021
Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
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
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.
