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  Endometriosis is defined as the abnormal growth of endometrial tissue, which is similar to that which lines the interior of the uterus but occurs outside of the uterus. During menstruation, endometrial tissue is shed. Endometrial implants are areas of endometrial tissue found in ectopic sites. These lesions are most generally found on the ovaries, the Fallopian Tubes, the uterine surface, the bowel, and the pelvic cavity membrane lining (i.e., the peritoneum). They are less frequently found in the vaginal, cervix, and bladder. Endometriosis can occur outside the pelvis on rare occasions. While endometrial implants can cause complications, they are usually harmless. Endometriosis is classified into four stages: I (mild), II (mild), III (moderate), and IV (severe) based on the number, location, and depth of implants, as well as the presence of filmy or dense adhesions. Another staging system is based primarily on the company and severity of pelvic pain. However, a more reliable sta...