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 Endometriosis Definition Presence of endometrium in sites other than uterine mucosa is called endometriosis. or Endometriosis is a condition in which endometrial tissue is situated at sites other than the uterine cavity. It is not a neoplastic condition,  although malignant transformation is possible. It is most commonly seen in the pouch of Douglas, ovaries,  pelvic peritoneum, bladder, umbilicus and lungs. Risk Factors The major risk factors of endometriosis: Early menarche Family history of endometriosis in past Short menstrual cycles Prolonged and heavy menstrual bleeding Any defects in the uterus or fallopian tubes Common sites The most common sites of the endometriosis are as f ollows : Ovaries is the very common site Lateral pelvic wall Broad ligament Pouch of Douglas Uterosacral ligaments Rectal wall Sigmoid colon Appendix Pelvic lymph nodes Fallopian tubes pleura  lungs umbilicus Pathology—General Considerations The endometrium like tissue responds to the...