Clinical and Experimental Reproductive Medicine

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Commentary on the new 2022 European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE) endometriosis guidelines

  • Eun Hee Yu (Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pusan National University School of Medicine, Pusan National University Hospital Medical Research Institute) ;
  • Jong Kil Joo (Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pusan National University School of Medicine, Pusan National University Hospital Medical Research Institute)
  • Received : 2022.08.02
  • Accepted : 2022.11.10
  • Published : 2022.12.31
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Abstract

Endometriosis is a prevalent benign illness defined by the presence of endometrial glands and stroma outside of the uterine cavity, primarily on the ovary, pelvic peritoneum, and rectovaginal septum, resulting in a variety of symptoms, including dysmenorrhea and infertility. Traditionally, prolonged medical therapy has been needed in most cases since a conservative approach to surgery has usually been taken, especially in young women. In 2022, new European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE) guidelines were published that present different directions for diagnosis and treatment from the past. Furthermore, the guidelines for the diagnosis and management of endometriosis are more precise and applicable than in previous editions. Thus, referring to the representative changes in the new guidelines and important updates will be beneficial for the diagnosis and management of endometriosis. This paper provides a brief overview of these developments.

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Acknowledgement

This work was supported by a clinical research grant from Pusan National University Hospital in 2022.

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