Infertilidad asociada a endometriosis. Revisión bibliográfica

Abstract

Background: Endometriosis is a common gynecological disorder that affects up to 10% of women of reproductive age, equivalent to approximately 170 million. In addition, this condition is closely related to infertility, affecting 50% of women who experience this problem. Objective: to describe infertility associated with endometriosis. Results: Environmental risk factors associated with endometriosis, such as alcohol consumption and exposure to endocrine disruptors, have been extensively investigated, showing links with the disease due to their effects on hormone levels and estrogen receptors. Red meat consumption is also associated with increased risk due to its influence on estrogen levels and inflammation. In terms of treatment, surgery prior to IVF benefits patients with deep infiltrating endometriosis, improving pregnancy and live birth rates. Hormonal therapies, before and after surgery, are effective, and frozen embryo transfer improves live birth rates. Traditional Chinese Medicine is a safe and effective option for treating infertility in patients with endometriosis, promising an encouraging future in its management.