Endometriosis is one of the most common gynaecological diseases and has an incidence of about 6%-10% in women of reproductive age. It has been estimated that 50% of women with fertility problems have endometriosis. The management of infertility associated with endometriosis is difficult and controversial and it is important to provide a multidisciplinary approach in order to reduce the impact of these diseases on psychological and emotive well-being of affected women, as much as possible.

Endometriosis and infertility: The impact on quality of life and mental health

Vitale, Salvatore Giovanni;La Rosa, Valentina Lucia
Writing – Original Draft Preparation
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Rapisarda, Agnese Maria Chiara;
2017-01-01

Abstract

Endometriosis is one of the most common gynaecological diseases and has an incidence of about 6%-10% in women of reproductive age. It has been estimated that 50% of women with fertility problems have endometriosis. The management of infertility associated with endometriosis is difficult and controversial and it is important to provide a multidisciplinary approach in order to reduce the impact of these diseases on psychological and emotive well-being of affected women, as much as possible.
2017
Assisted reproductive treatment, Endometriosis, Infertility, Quality of life
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