Endometriosis is defined as the presence of endometrial-type mucosa outside the uterine
cavity. Of the proposed pathogenic theories (retrograde menstruation, coelomic metaplasia …

BACKGROUND Ovarian endometrioma is a frequent manifestation of endometriosis in
women of reproductive age. Several issues related to its space occupying effects, local …

Endometriosis is a highly prevalent disease among women of reproductive age and is
frequently associated to infertility. However, the mechanisms underlying endometriosis …

Objective To evaluate the effects of endometriomas on the regulation of early follicular
development. Design Histologic analysis of prospectively collected biopsy samples. Setting …

Ovarian endometriomas have a negative impact on a patient's reproductive potential and
are likely to cause a reduction in ovarian reserve. The most commonly employed ovarian …

Objective To evaluate if the presence of endometriomas impacts on the ovarian reserve as
evaluated with antimüllerian hormone (AMH). Design Systematic review and meta-analysis …

Objective This study aimed to assess the effect of endometrioma surgery on ovarian reserve
by measuring anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH) levels. Methods This systematic review and …

Background Many women who experience endometriosis and endometriomas also
encounter problems with fertility. Objective The purpose of this study was to determine the …

STUDY QUESTION Does surgical treatment of endometriomas impact on the ovarian
reserve as evaluated with antral follicle count (AFC)? SUMMARY ANSWER This meta …

Objective Accurate preoperative counseling about whether an endometriotic cystectomy has
a detrimental effect on the ovarian reserve has been a considerable challenge, because …