5 Key Takeaways

• 1

  Endometriosis is associated with a 46% increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes (T2D) compared to those without the condition.

• 2

  The risk of T2D varies by endometriosis subtype, with the highest risk observed in patients with anatomically specified 'other site' endometriosis.

• 3

  Patients with a BMI below 30 kg/m² showed more than twice the risk of T2D associated with endometriosis, while the risk was smaller in those with a BMI of 30 kg/m² or greater.

• 4

  Among patients younger than 50 years, endometriosis was linked to a 55% higher risk of T2D, indicating a potential association with premenopausal status.

• 5

  The study's observational nature means it cannot establish causation between endometriosis and T2D, but suggests a potential link requiring further research.