Does excision surgery improve constipation from endometriosis?

Yes—excision surgery can improve constipation when it’s being driven by endometriosis affecting the bowel, deep disease that tethers the bowel, or adhesions that restrict normal movement. By removing endometriosis and freeing distorted anatomy, we can often reduce inflammation and the traction-like pain that makes bowel movements difficult.

That said, results vary based on where the disease is, how deep it goes, and whether there are overlapping contributors such as pelvic floor muscle dysfunction or other gastrointestinal conditions. In a consultation, our team focuses on pinpointing what’s causing your constipation and building a plan that matches your anatomy and symptoms, including whether surgery is likely to help.