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Ultrasound Characterization of Postmenopausal Endometriosis
Sponsor: Simone Ferrero
Summary
Endometriosis is traditionally considered a disease of reproductive-age women; however, residual lesions may persist after menopause and be detectable at imaging. The prevalence and sonographic characteristics of such findings in postmenopausal women remain poorly defined. This prospective observational study aims to assess the prevalence and ultrasonographic features of findings suggestive of deep endometriosis and endometrioma-like cysts in postmenopausal women undergoing routine gynecological examination using a standardized transvaginal ultrasound protocol. The study also explores clinical factors associated with these findings to improve interpretation and clinical management in this population.
Official title: Prevalence and Ultrasound Characterization of Endometriosis in Postmenopausal Women Undergoing Routine Gynecological Examination
Key Details
Gender
FEMALE
Age Range
Any - Any
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
492
Start Date
2023-06-01
Completion Date
2025-09-01
Last Updated
2026-09-04
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Anamnesis
Collection fo clinical data
Ultrasonographic evaluation
Ultrasonographic evaluation according to stardardized criteria for detecting endometriosis
Locations (1)
ASL-4 Liguria
Chiavari, Ge, Italy