SRU releases consensus statement on endometriosis detection

The Society of Radiologists in Ultrasound (SRU) has issued a new expert consensus statement that aims to improve the evaluation of endometriosis. The consensus, published April 9 in Radiology, provides recommendations for improving routine pelvic ultrasounds through additional maneuvers and imaging to improve diagnosis of deep endometriosis, according to the authors. “Rightfully, patient advocates really want this,” statement first author Scott Young, MD from the Mayo Clinic told AuntMinnie.com. “They want better detection and there are a number of ways to detect endometriosis that are being worked on … all wonderful things that are happening.” Previous reports show that endometriosis affects about 10% of women of reproductive age and occurs in 21% of women undergoing hysterectomy with chronic pelvic pain. In the U.S., there is an over seven-year delay between the onset of symptoms and a diagnosis of endometriosis, the researchers highlighted. Endometriosis also affects between 20% and 50% of patients with infertility and subfertility. Deep endometriosis is the most severe form of endometriosis, extending to any depth beneath the peritoneal surface. Ultrasound is the typical go-to imaging modality for women experiencing chronic pelvic pain or infertility issues. However, the researchers pointed out that few centers in the U.S. use ultrasound to screen for deep endometriosis, citing existing scan protocol limitations and lack of awareness. Scott Young, MD, ...
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