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Investigations in Gynecology Research & Womens Health

The Role of Biomarkers in the Early Diagnosis of Endometriosis

  • Open or Close Dominic Adam Worku*

    Medical Doctor, University of Birmingham, UK

    *Corresponding author: Dominic Adam Worku, Medical Doctor, University of Birmingham, UK, Email: dominicworku@hotmail.co.uk

Submission: October 17, 2017; Published: November 14, 2017

DOI: 10.31031/IGRWH.2017.01.000512

ISSN: 2577-2015
Volume1 Issue3

Abstract

Endometriosis is a chronic gynecological problem which is frequent within the general population. Due to its varied presentations there is often a vast delay in diagnosis incurring a large amount of psychological and physical harm with infertility being unfortunate sequelae. Whilst improvements have been made with regards to the treatment of endometriosis, diagnosis remains challenging for clinicians with traditional investigations yielding poor results. This review will consider potential biomarkers and investigations for the early diagnosis of endometriosis.

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