It's not all in the name-how the misnomer 'endometriosis' stifles understanding and research

Omeza Fatima, Ali Shams, Anmol Shams, Shams A
Postgraduate medical journal · 2025 · doi:10.1093/postmj/qgaf174 · PMID:41124082 · W4415507189
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This paper critiques the term 'endometriosis' for being a misnomer that impedes a complete understanding and robust research into the condition.

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