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Surgical Techniques to Optimize Ovarian Reserve during Laparoscopic Cystectomy for Ovarian Endometrioma
Published on: January 22, 2022
Surgery versus pharmacological treatment for endometriosis
Sarit Avraham1, Daniel S Seidman
1Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Chaim Sheba Medical Center, 52621 Tel-Hashomer, Israel.
Abstract:
The two major consequences of endometriosis are pain and infertility. Despite numerous studies and proposed guidelines, some aspects of the treatment for these complications are still under debate or lack convincing evidence that favors one approach over the other. Future studies will hopefully present new evidence in regard to the optimal treatment for each indication and suggest innovative pharmacotherapy following improved understanding of the pathophysiology of endometriosis. Until then, individualization of the treatment according to the specific indication, taking into consideration the benefits versus the risks for the patient and the tolerability profile, remains the most appropriate approach.
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