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Area of Science:

  • Gynecology
  • Surgical Pathology
  • Reproductive Medicine

Background:

  • Deep endometriosis presents significant clinical challenges due to severe symptoms.
  • It requires complex treatment strategies for effective management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review existing evidence for optimal diagnostic approaches.
  • To establish safe surgical guidelines based on endometriosis pathogenesis.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review of available scientific evidence.
  • Analysis of pathogenetic mechanisms of deep endometriosis.
  • Evaluation of diagnostic and surgical techniques.

Main Results:

  • Deep endometriosis, including vaginal, rectal, and bladder involvement, arises from intraperitoneal endometrial cell seeding.
  • Surgical excision of deep lesions carries risks, particularly involving the rectum and bladder.
  • Obstructive uropathy necessitates radical surgical intervention, including ureteral reimplantation.

Conclusions:

  • Infiltrating endometriotic lesions share common intraperitoneal origins.
  • Preoperative identification of intestinal and urinary tract involvement is crucial.
  • Informed surgical planning and patient counseling are essential for managing deep endometriosis.