Meaning of the word endometriosis in English

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endometriosis

US /ˌen.doʊ.miː.triˈou.sɪs/
UK /ˌen.dəʊ.miː.triˈəu.sɪs/
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Noun

a condition resulting from the appearance of endometrial tissue outside the uterus and causing pelvic pain

Example:
Many women suffer from chronic pelvic pain due to endometriosis.
Diagnosis of endometriosis often requires a laparoscopic procedure.