Current methods for the management of endometriosis in adolescent patients

ABSTRACT

Introduction: Endometriosis is increasingly recognized as a challenging problem of both diagnosis and management in adolescent gynecology.

Areas covered: This special report summarizes the current practices in the evaluation and management of endometriosis in adolescent patients.

Expert commentary: We recommend prompt recognition and treatment of endometriosis whenever possible. Management should begin with empiric treatment with NSAIDS and hormonal therapy if complaints of pain interfering with daily activities are elicited. If a patient fails medical therapy after three to six months, surgical intervention is warranted by a clinician experienced in operating in this age range and familiar with the appearance of endometriosis in this age range.

KEYWORDS:

• Endometriosis
• adolescents
• infertility
• chronic pelvic pain
• laparoscopy

Declaration of interest

The authors have no relevant affiliations or financial involvement with any organization or entity with a financial interest in or financial conflict with the subject matter or materials discussed in the manuscript. This includes employment, consultancies, honoraria, stock ownership or options, expert testimony, grants or patents received or pending, or royalties.

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