Episode 5: Bowel Surgery for Endometriosis: Conservative vs. Radical Approaches

In this episode, Dr. Nicholas Fogelson and Dr. Shanti Mohling relaunch The Endometriosis Podcast with an in-depth look at one of the most crucial surgical decisions for patients with deep endometriosis: how aggressive should bowel surgery be? You'll hear their thoughts on recent meta-analysis comparing conservative techniques (like shave and discoid resection) to radical approaches (like segmental bowel resection). Dr. Fogelson and Dr. Mohling break down how disease severity, nerve preservation, and surgical judgment all shape patient outcomes — and why sometimes a more radical surgery is not only necessary, but life-changing. Along the way, they share real-world cases, challenge common assumptions, and invite listener questions. For clinical consultations: contact Northwest Endometriosis and Pelvic Surgery in Portland, OR at (503) 715-1377 or email us at newpatients@nwendometriosis.com

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Episode 5: Bowel Surgery for Endometriosis: Conservative vs. Radical Approaches is an episode from The Endometriosis Podcast by Nicholas Fogelson.

This episode is 45:21 long.

This episode was published on May 1, 2025.

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