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Endometriosis and possible inflammation markers

Year: 2015

Type: article

Abstract: Inflammation plays an important role in the pathogenesis of endometriosis. Infiltration of peritoneal macrophages and local proinflammatory mediators in the peritoneal microenvironment affect ovarian function and pelvic anatomy leading to the symptoms and signs of endometriosis. The identification of a noninvasive marker for endometriosis will facilitate early diagnosis and treatment of this disease. This review provides an overview of local microenvironmental inflammation and systemic inflammation biomarkers in endometriosis.

Source: Gynecology and Minimally Invasive Therapy

DOI: 10.1016/j.gmit.2015.05.001

Authors: Meng-Hsing Wu, Kuei-Yang Hsiao, Shaw-Jenq Tsai

Institution: National Cheng Kung University

Language: English

Topic: Endometriosis Research and Treatment

Subfield: Reproductive Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

Funder: National Science Council