Adolescent Endometriosis: An Update.
Endometriosis is the leading pathologic cause of dysmenorrhea and chronic pelvic pain among adolescents. The appearance of endometriosis in adolescents may be different from that in female adults, resulting in delayed recognition and intervention. This article addresses the epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, and management of endometriosis in the adolescent.
['Shim|Jessica Y|JY|', 'Laufer|Marc R|MR|']
D000293:Adolescent D004412:Dysmenorrhea D004715:Endometriosis D005260:Female D006801:Humans D017699:Pelvic Pain
Adolescents Endometriosis Dysmenorrhea Pelvic pain Hormonal agents Laparoscopy