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Endometriosis is a condition where fragments of the womb end up in other parts of the body instead of being shed during a monthly menstrual bleed. It can be a painful condition and causes infertility in 2 out every 5 affected women. Every month the cells which line the inside of the womb (called endometrial cells) are shed as part of the normal menstrual cycle. With this disorder, some fail to leave the body and instead travel to other organs in the body where they attach themselves as ADHESIONS. Typically they end up in the ovaries and fallopian tubes or attached to the outer surface of the womb or intestines. They may also attach to the vagina, vulva, bladder, bowel and cervix or bury into abdominal surgical scars. Although endometriosis implants are problematic they are not cancerous (benign). |
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If a woman has severe endometriosis she is more likely to undergo surgical treatment, particularly if she has cysts larger than 2cm which need removing. Today most endometriosis surgery is carried out via a pelvic laparoscopy. The aim is to remove all endometriotic cysts, adhesions and lesions. Any visible scar tissue which can cause infertility or pain will also be removed. Techniques used involve laser surgery, electrocautery (burning) or curettage (scraping). |
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