Farfaras A, Koliopanos A, Sindos M, Margaris E
Endometriosis is a chronic benign gynecological disease, primary affecting women of reproductive age and characterized by the growth of endometrial cells in ectopic locations. Despite the widespread occurrence of the disorder, little is known of its etiology. Several hypotheses have been proposed to explain its origin. Retrograde menstruation of endometrial cells into the peritoneum …