Thoracic Endometriosis Syndrome (TES) in Martinique, a French West Indies Island.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Endometriosis is a female disease that affects 5-10% of women of childbearing age, with predominantly pelvic manifestations. It is currently declared as a public health priority in France. Thoracic endometriosis syndrome (TES) is the most common extra-pelvic manifestation.

Objective

The objective of this study was to describe the epidemiological and clinical characteristics, and outcomes of patients with TES in Martinique.

Patients and methods

We performed a descriptive, retrospective study including all patients managed at the University Hospital of Martinique for TES between 1 January 2004 and 31 December 2020.

Results

During the study period, we identified 479 cases of pneumothorax, of which 212 were women (44%). Sixty-three patients (30% of all

SUBMITTER: Agossou M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10488738 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature