Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol
January 2014
Objective: To determine the long-term impact of different types of endometrioma surgery on reproductive performance and on age of menopause.
Study Design: This was a longitudinal observational cohort study of 68 women with previous endometrioma surgery and 68 age- and weight-matched healthy controls. All participants' hospital records were reviewed and each woman completed a questionnaire and attended an interview.
J Clin Endocrinol Metab
September 2012
Context: Endometriomas are mainly treated surgically. However, there has been concern over the potential damaging effect of this surgery on ovarian reserve.
Objective: The aim of this meta-analysis was to investigate the impact of surgery for endometriomas on ovarian reserve as determined by serum anti-müllerian hormone (AMH).
Complete bladder prolapse through the urethra is very rare but needs to be recognised early as it can lead to serious complications and requires prompt treatment. Several predisposing factors have been described. A high index of suspicion is required for diagnosis, and the involvement of a multidisciplinary team approach is important in the management of such patients.
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