articleJournal of Clinical MedicineJan 4, 2026GOLD OA

Endometriosis and Reproductive Sparing Surgery: A Narrative Review and AGREE II-S-Based Evaluation of International Guidelines

Ospedale Veris Delli Ponti Scorrano · University of Belgrade · +6 more institutions

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Abstract

Endometriosis is a complex disease that may affect a woman's fertility and quality of life. Owing to substantial variations in symptom severity, lesion distribution, and reproductive impact, its management presents considerable clinical challenges. The most recent internationally recognized guidelines include those issued by the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE, 2022), the German Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics (DGGG/SGGG/OEGGG S2k, 2025), the World Endometriosis Society (WES), the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE, 2024), and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG, reaffirmed 2022). To provide a comprehensive overview of these…

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Keywords
  • Endometriosis
  • Psychosocial
  • Excellence
  • Reproductive medicine
  • German
  • Assisted reproductive technology
  • Narrative review
  • Fertility
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Gender equality
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