Reasons for infertility at endometriosis: versions and contraversions of the XXI century

• Snezhana V. Volkova
• Marianna Z. Abitova
• Lyudmila M. Mikhaleva
• Marina B. Khamoshina
• Mekan R. Orazov

AbstractThis article discusses the causes and mechanisms of the occurrence of infertility in endometriosis within the framework of versions and contraversions. The magnitude of the described problem is noted not only from a medical, but also from a socio-economic perspective. Four main factors of endometriosis-associated infertility were identified: tubal-peritoneal, ovarian, embryonic and endometrial. Given the inconsistency of scientific data, the need for further research is noted.

Keywords:endometriosis, infertility

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