Project 467195

Endometriosis is a chronic condition that affects approximately 1 million people across Canada. It occurs when tissue similar to endometrial tissue (the inner lining of the uterus) grows outside of the uterus. Tissue from endometriosis often grows in other organs of the reproductive system, which can lead to infertility and a need to use assisted reproductive technologies like in vitro fertilization. There are many different treatments for endometriosis, including surgeries and hormonal therapies. However, there remains a need for further research about reproductive outcomes after various endometriosis treatments.In this research, I will investigate which endometriosis treatments are associated with higher chances of becoming pregnant and having a child, as well as which endometriosis treatments are associated with lower chances of complications during pregnancy and labour and delivery. For these investigations, I will analyze a dataset of 4807 individuals in British Columbia who were diagnosed with endometriosis between 2000 and 2008. I will also conduct interviews with individuals undergoing infertility treatment to invite them to share their experiences with endometriosis, infertility, assisted reproductive technologies, and pregnancy, if applicable.The results from this research will help fill gaps in our current knowledge about endometriosis, its treatment, and fertility outcomes. Results from the interviews will be useful for fertility clinics to understand if there are changes they can make to improve their patients experiences.