Endometriosis Basic Concepts and Current Research Trends

• Other Authors: Chaudhury, Koel (Editor), Chakravarty, Baidyanath (Editor)
• Format: Electronic Book Chapter
• Language: English
• Published: IntechOpen 2012
• Subjects: Urology & urogenital medicine
• Online Access: DOAB: download the publication; DOAB: description of the publication

This book provides an insight into the emerging trends in pathogenesis, diagnosis and management of endometriosis. Key features of the book include overviews of endometriosis; endometrial angiogenesis, stem cells involvement, immunological and hormonal aspects related to the disease pathogenesis; recent research reports on infertility, endometrial receptivity, ovarian cancer and altered gene expression associated with endometriosis; various predictive markers, and imaging modalities including MRI and ultrasound for efficient diagnosis; as well as current non-hormonal and hormonal treatment strategies This book is expected to be a valuable resource for clinicians, scientists and students who would like to have an improved understanding of endometriosis and also appreciate recent research trends associated with this disease.