Absence of aromatase protein and mRNA expression in endometriosis.

Authors :: Colette, S.
Lousse, J. C.
Defrère, S.
Curaba, M.
Heilier, J. F.
Van Langendonckt, A.
Mestdagt, M.
Foidart, J. M.
Loumaye, E.
Donnez, J.
Source :: Human Reproduction; Sep2009, Vol. 24 Issue 9, p2133-2141, 9p, 2 Color Photographs, 2 Charts, 1 Graph
Publication Year :: 2009
Abstract: BACKGROUND: Aromatase has been reported to be involved in estrogen biosynthesis and expressed in eutopic and ectopic endometrium of endometriosis patients. The objective of the present study was to investigate its expression and localization in three distinct types of endometriosis. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]