Endometriosis: una enfermedad silenciosa

• Autores: Mónica Moreno Los Arcos, Beatriz Pardo Rey, Alejandro Sanz Sanz, Ana Lisa Elvira, Marta Sánchez Luengo
• Localización: Revista Sanitaria de Investigación, ISSN-e 2660-7085, Vol. 6, Nº. 7, 2025
• Idioma: español
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• Resumen
  • español

    La endometriosis es una enfermedad ginecológica crónica que afecta aproximadamente al 10% de las mujeres en edad reproductiva y se caracteriza por la presencia de tejido endometrial fuera del útero, causando inflamación, dolor crónico y en muchos casos, infertilidad. A pesar de su alta prevalencia, el desconocimiento médico y social suele retrasar el diagnóstico, afectando negativamente la calidad de vida de las pacientes. El tratamiento incluye opciones médicas para el manejo del dolor y la supresión hormonal, así como la cirugía laparoscópica para extirpar lesiones. La enfermedad es crónica y recurrente, por lo que el abordaje multidisciplinario y el seguimiento continuo son esenciales para mejorar la calidad de vida y la fertilidad.

    En este artículo se detalla su etiología, manifestaciones clínicas, métodos diagnósticos, opciones terapéuticas y el impacto psicosocial de esta enfermedad.

  • English

    Endometriosis is a chronic gynecological disease that affects approximately 10% of women of reproductive age. It is characterized by the presence of endometrial tissue outside the uterus, causing inflammation, chronic pain, and, in many cases, infertility. Despite its high prevalence, a lack of medical and social awareness often delays diagnosis, which negatively affects patients’ quality of life. Treatment options include medical management of pain and hormonal suppression, as well as laparoscopic surgery to remove lesions. The disease is chronic and recurrent; therefore, a multidisciplinary approach and ongoing follow-up are essential to improving both quality of life and fertility.

    This article outlines the etiology, clinical manifestations, diagnostic methods, therapeutic options, and the psychosocial impact of this condition.

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