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PATHOGENESIS, DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT OF GENITAL ENDOMETRIOSIS.

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Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) analogs effectively treat endometriosis, leading to improved pregnancy rates in infertile patients. These treatments are safe, well-tolerated, and offer a preferred endocrine option.

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  • Gynecology
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Background:

  • Endometriosis etiology is unclear, but ovarian hormones stimulate lesions.
  • Current treatments include surgery and various endocrine therapies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) analogs in treating pelvic endometriosis.
  • To assess the impact of GnRH analog treatment on pregnancy rates in infertile patients.

Main Methods:

  • Treated 924 patients with pelvic endometriosis using conventional endocrine therapies.
  • Administered buserelin (900 μg/day intranasally) to 40 patients.
  • Administered goserelin depot (3.6 mg per 4 weeks) to 50 patients.
  • Assessed endometriosis stage using endoscopic classification before and after treatment.

Main Results:

  • GnRH analogs were clinically effective, safe, and well-tolerated.
  • Endometriosis endocrine treatment resulted in pregnancy for 60% of previously sterile patients.
  • Ovarian function remained normal in treated patients.

Conclusions:

  • GnRH analogs are effective and safe for endometriosis treatment.
  • Gestrinone is identified as a preferred endocrine treatment option.
  • Endocrine therapy significantly improves fertility outcomes in endometriosis patients.