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Endometriosis Model Development in Swine

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Despite the prevalence of endometriosis in the human population, there is a shortage of animal models for studying it. The authors describe the development of a swine model of endometriosis that allows researchers to evaluate laparoscopic techniques and instruments for diagnosing and treating the condition.

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Figure 4: Peritoneal implantation (2× magnification).

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The authors thank Mary K. Reinhard, DVM, ACVP, ACLAM for the histological evaluation.

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  1. Ethicon Endo-Surgery, Inc., 4545 Creek Rd., Cincinnati, 45242-2839, OH

    Julianne Siegel RVT, SRS & Ron Kolata DVM, MS

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Siegel, J., Kolata, R. Endometriosis Model Development in Swine. Lab Anim 32, 41–45 (2003). https://doi.org/10.1038/laban0403-41

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