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The mechanism and treatment progress of endometrial receptivity change in adenomyosis

  • Jia ZHEN ,
  • Ziyuan ZHAO ,
  • Wei SHI ,
  • Zilu WANG ,
  • Zhiyong LIU ,
  • Li XU
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  • *.The First Clinical Medical College of Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine,Ji′nan 250000,Shandong,China

Received date: 2024-04-17

  Online published: 2024-11-05

Abstract

Adenomyosis (AM) is characterized by the benign invasion of endometrial tissue and stroma into the myometrium, resulting in diffuse or localized pathological changes. Typical symptoms include increased menstrual volume, prolonged menstrual periods, and progressive dysmenorrhea. In severe cases, AM can lead to infertility. Endometrial receptivity (ER) plays a crucial role in facilitating adhesion, penetration, and implantation required for successful embryo implantation and pregnancy outcome. The impairment of ER due to AM-related factors involves complex mechanisms. This article aims to provide a comprehensive review of recent research findings on the mechanisms underlying ER injury caused by AM over the past three years while highlighting the latest advancements in treatment strategies.

Cite this article

Jia ZHEN , Ziyuan ZHAO , Wei SHI , Zilu WANG , Zhiyong LIU , Li XU . The mechanism and treatment progress of endometrial receptivity change in adenomyosis[J]. The Journal of Practical Medicine, 2024 , 40(20) : 2941 -2948 . DOI: 10.3969/j.issn.1006-5725.2024.20.020

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