Using ultrasound to find endometriosis on pelvic ligaments
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study uses a special ultrasound to look for endometriosis on the uterosacral ligaments, which are small bands in the pelvis. It may help diagnose milder forms of endometriosis more accurately before surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 50 years old and can still get pregnant
- You are scheduled for gynecologic laparoscopic surgery for a non-advanced condition like endometriosis, fibroids, ovarian cysts, or stage I/II cancer
- You have had a detailed gynecologic ultrasound by an experienced doctor as part of your pre-surgery planning
- You are willing and able to have a transvaginal ultrasound
- You have not gone through menopause and have not had previous pelvic surgery
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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