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Where can endometriosis surgery be performed? Marseille centre Clinique Bouchard

The Clinique Bouchard in Marseille is a highly reputed medical establishment. It brings together 137 specialist doctors and a team of 400 professionals. It has a high-performance technical platform. Clinique Bouchard offers high-quality care. Everything is done to ensure that your admission and your stay go as smoothly as possible.

Who should I contact for endometriosis ?

The ELSAN facilities have multidisciplinary international medical units. These guarantee medical excellence in care, particularly in the treatment of conditions affecting the reproductive system or female hormonal disorders. You can contact the Clinique Bouchard to benefit from treatment in Marseille under the best possible conditions.

Which specialist treats endometriosis? surgeon, gynaecologist

The specialist is a gynaecologist. They deal with issues relating to the physiology of the female reproductive system. The gynaecological surgeon carries out operations and treats benign or malignant pathologies in women.

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What is endometriosis ?

Endometriosis is a chronic, inflammatory disease affecting women. The majority of cases of endometriosis are detected when women between the ages of 25 and 40 experience (pelvic) pain or bleeding. Endometriosis occurs when fragments of endometrial tissue develop elsewhere. The endometrium is the mucous membrane that lines the inside of the uterus and is shed during menstruation.

What is the best treatment for endometriosis ?

There is no definitive treatment for endometriosis today. However, there are solutions, such as hormone therapy or surgery, which can halt the progression of this disease for several years, depending on the case.

How is endometriosis treated for foreign patients in France?

The ELSAN teams assess patients' requests. This procedure includes people living in France, but also people from abroad who wish to receive treatment in France for gynaecological conditions or other conditions such as gastroenterological ones.

Prise en charge de l’endométriose à Marseille : une équipe médicale féminine.

Once the application has been accepted, ELSAN will propose a treatment plan including a cost estimate. ELSAN also provides the administrative documents needed to obtain a visa to travel to France. Once these steps have been completed, the patient receives their personalised care plan.

How can a foreign patient get medical treatment in France?

A patient living abroad can schedule treatment in France. This treatment is reimbursed if the patient's country of origin has signed an agreement with France. If this is not the case, she must prove that she has insurance and funds to pay for her operation, travel and hospitalisation.

What documents are required for treatment in France? Visa

Patients wishing to come from abroad to receive treatment in France should contact the nearest French consulate. They can apply for a residence visa on health grounds.

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