reviewNew England Journal of MedicineJan 14, 2009Closed access

Endometriosis

SESerdar E. Bulun

Northwestern University

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Abstract

This review emphasizes the participation of estrogen and inflammation in the development of endometriosis. A feedback cycle in which prostaglandins and aromatase activity are prominent allows for the persistence of endometriotic tissue. Knowledge of this cycle has important implications for the treatment of endometriosis.

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1,739
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107.73
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100%
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Topics & keywords

Topics
Keywords
  • Endometriosis
  • Medicine
  • Aromatase
  • Estrogen
  • Menstrual cycle
  • Gynecology
  • Physiology
  • Bioinformatics
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Good health and well-being
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