14005: Endometrioma Unveiled

Saturday, November 14, 2026
2:15 pm - 4:15 pm

Room: RM304

Chair: Joseph Nassif

Co-Chair: Ceana H. Nezhat

Faculty: Joseph Nassif, Ceana H. Nezhat, Adrien Crestani, Ichnandy A. Rachman

Description: This 2-h course reviews evidence- based medicine in clinical presentation, pathophysiology, treatment of endometriomas and provides an update on the most recent recommendations for ovarian endometrioma management.

Learning Objectives: After attending this session, the participant will be able to: 1) Understand the pathophysiology of endometrioma; 2) Develop the ability to design patient-specific treatment plans for endometrioma management; and 3) Formulate strategies for fertility preservation in patients with endometriomas.

COURSE OUTLINE

2:15 PM Welcome, Introduction and Course Overview

J. Nassif

2:20 PM Endometrioma: Old Chocolate in New Wrapping

J. Nassif

2:45 PM Pathophysiology and Clinical Implications

C. Nezhat

3:10 PM Surgical Strategies for Endometriomas

A. Crestani

3:35 PM Fertility and Endometrioma

I. Rachman

4:00 PM Discussion Questions & Answers

4:15 PM Adjourn