Is Laparoscopic Excision for Peritoneal Endometriosis Helpful or Harmful?

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF AARHUS · Dec 6, 2021

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is investigating whether a surgical procedure called laparoscopic excision can help women with peritoneal endometriosis manage their pelvic pain. In this study, participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: one group will undergo the surgery to remove the endometrial tissue, another group will have the surgery but not the removal of tissue, and the third group will be on a waiting list for the procedure. The researchers will also look at how this surgery affects the participants' overall quality of life and any nerve-related pain they may experience.

To join the trial, women must be at least 18 years old and have been experiencing significant pelvic pain (rated at least a 5 out of 10) for the month before they sign up. However, women with other health issues causing pelvic pain or those who cannot read or speak Danish will not be eligible. Participants can expect to contribute to important research that may help improve treatments for endometriosis while also receiving care for their pain. The study is currently recruiting participants, providing an opportunity for those interested to learn more about their condition and potential treatment options.

Gender

FEMALE

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Adult (≥ 18 years) with suspected peritoneal endometriosis undergoing elective surgery for pain relief
• • Pain intensity ≥ 5 on Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) in the four weeks prior to giving consent
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Other known conditions/diseases that may cause pelvic pain
• • Diagnosed personality disorder, schizophrenia or treatment with anti-psychotics
• • Planned pregnancy during study period
• • Women who cannot read or speak Danish