Laparoscopic Surgery for Endometriosis - NU Fertility
Laparoscopic Surgery for Endometriosis What is Endometriosis? Endometriosis is a common disorder which shows the presence of endometrial glands and stroma tissue on the outside of the uterus. It affects the female reproductive system as it is said to affect 5 to 10 percent of women in their reproductive age. The displaced endometrial tissue causes irritation in the pelvis which causes pain and fertility problems. Endometriosis can be classified into many stages depending on location, extent and depth of endometriosis implants. Endometrial implants are the displaced endometrial tissues throughout the abdominal and pelvic area. Signs and symptoms The signs and symptoms vary greatly which may even be related to other conditions or pathological processes. The pain related to endometriosis may be present as painful menstruation, painful intercourse, painful micturition, painful defecation, abdominal discomfort or chronic pelvic pain. Laparoscopic surgery for endometriosis ...