Endometriosis and Infertility

Endometriosis and Infertility

Endometriosis is one of the most important causes of infertility. Endometriosis is detected in 25 to 50 percent of women diagnosed with infertility. However, the good news is that with proper treatment, the vast majority of women with endometriosis can get pregnant.

How Does Endometriosis Cause Infertility?

Tubal Blockage

Endometriosis lesions can cause adhesions and blockages in the fallopian tubes, preventing the egg from passing through the tube.

Ovarian Damage

Endometrioma (chocolate cyst) can reduce ovarian reserve, which can also negatively affect IVF success rates.

Treatment Options

Laparoscopic Surgery

Removing endometriosis lesions, cysts and adhesions laparoscopically increases the chance of pregnancy. Prof. Dr. Hakan Kaya is an experienced laparoscopic surgeon in this field.

IVF Treatment

If natural pregnancy does not occur after surgery or if there is advanced endometriosis, IVF treatment is recommended.