CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE OF OUTPATIENT MONITORING AND CONSERVATIVE MANAGEMENT IN ENDOMETRIOID OVARIAN CYSTS

Abstract

Endometriosis is a chronic, benign, estrogen-dependent gynecological disorder characterized by the implantation, growth, and development of endometrial tissue outside the uterus. This condition is associated with pelvic pain syndrome, menstrual cycle disturbances, infertility, and, ultimately, a decrease in patients’ quality of life.

The high prevalence and severe consequences of the disease, the challenges in diagnosing its early stages, and the absence of standardized treatment protocols make this pathology a significant problem requiring thorough investigation in both medical science and clinical practice.

According to studies conducted by the World Endometriosis Research Foundation (WERF), more than 176 million women worldwide aged 15–49 years (approximately 10% of women of reproductive age) are diagnosed with endometriosis. The number of such patients is increasing annually; therefore, endometriosis is considered one of the modern epidemics.