Endometriosis
Endometriosis
Definition of Endometriosis
It is the presence of endometriotic tissue / glands and stroma outside the endometrium.
Types of Endometriosis
- Superficial Endometriosis
- Deep Endometriosis
Classification of Endometriosis
- Type- I (Minimal)
- Type-II (Moderate)
- Type-III (Severe)
This classification is based upon different scoring system which are used to classify endometriosis.
Location of Endometriosis
- Rectal Endometriosis
- Pouch of Douglas
- Abdominal Endometriosis
Investigations of Endometriosis
- CA-125 level
- Transvaginal Endometriosis
- Transrectal Ultrasound
- Laparoscopy
- MRI
MRI is used for mapping endometriosis.
Transrectal ultrasound is used for diagnosisng deep endometriosis.
Management of Endometriosis
- Combined Oral Contraceptive Pills
- Gnrh analogues

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