Endometriosis: A Comprehensive Analysis of the Pathophysiology, Treatment, and Nutritional Aspects, and Its Repercussions on the Quality of Life of Patients.

Endometriosis is a chronic proinflammatory pathology characterized by the growth of tissue similar to the endometrium outside the uterus, affecting approximately 5 to 15% of women worldwide. Suffering from endometriosis entails a complex pathophysiological process, significantly impacting the quality of life and reproductive function of affected women; therefore, it must be addressed in a personalized and comprehensive manner, as its management requires a multidisciplinary approach. This article aims to conduct a comprehensive literature review of endometriosis, not only as a pathophysiological condition but also as a significant factor impacting the social, nutritional, and mental well-being of those who experience it.

Assessment of Nerve Fiber Density and Expression of Hormonal Receptors Within Rectosigmoid Endometriosis Nodules.

Study Objective: To assess nerve fiber density and expression of hormone receptors in bowel endometriosis.

Design: Cross-sectional study.

Setting: Private hospital.

Peritoneal Retraction Pocket Defects and Their Important Relationship with Pelvic Pain and Endometriosis.

Objective: The objective of this video is to demonstrate different clinical presentations of peritoneal defects (peritoneal retraction pockets) and their anatomic relationships with the pelvic innervation, justifying the occurrence of some neurologic symptoms in association with these diseases.

Design: Surgical demonstration of complete excision of different types of peritoneal retraction pockets and a comparison with a laparoscopic retroperitoneal cadaveric dissection of the pelvic innervation.

Setting: Private hospital in Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil.

Laparoscopic Variants of Temporary Uterine Artery Ligation.

Objective: Laparoscopic uterine artery ligation may be performed during myomectomy or other uterine invasive procedures to reduce the amount of blood loss during surgery. In this video, the authors describe 3 different laparoscopic techniques to approach the uterine artery.

Design: Step-by-step video demonstration of 3 different surgical techniques.