Endometriosis: epidemiology and aetiological factors

Paola Viganò, Fabio Parazzini, Edgardo Somigliana, Paolo Vercellini
Best practice & research. Clinical obstetrics & gynaecology · 2004 · vol. 18(2) , pp. 177–200 · doi:10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2004.01.007 · PMID:15157637 · W2167524225
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This paper reviews the epidemiology of endometriosis and discusses the various factors thought to contribute to its development.

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Endometriosis Endometriosis Adult Contraceptives, Oral Contraceptives, Oral Endometriosis Endometriosis Female Genetic Predisposition to Disease Humans Life Style Menstrual Cycle Middle Aged Ovarian Diseases Ovarian Diseases Peritoneal Diseases Peritoneal Diseases Risk Factors Vaginal Diseases Vaginal Diseases

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