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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