Extrapelvic Endometriosis: Laparoscopic Resection of Diaphragmatic and Hepato-Renal Lesions

We review the epidemiology and clinical evaluation of extrapelvic endometriosis, as well as demonstrate surgical techniques to facilitate laparoscopic resection of diaphragmatic and hepatorenal endometriotic implants. Extrapelvic endometriosis is estimated to affect 12% of reproductive-aged women with endometriosis. Diaphragmatic endometriosis is classified as implants on the diaphragm, lung or pleura with an estimated incidence of 1%. 50-84% of women diagnosed with diaphragmatic endometriosis have concomitant pelvic endometriosis.
Source: The Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology - Category: OBGYN Authors: Tags: VIDEO SESSION 07 - Endometriosis Source Type: research