Mathew Leonardi

STUDY QUESTION: What is the relationship between sexual function, health-related quality of life (HRQoL), and laparoscopic surgery in individuals living with endometriosis? SUMMARY ANSWER: A higher number of laparoscopic surgeries is signi…

Abstract Diagnosis of endometriosis has traditionally relied on laparoscopic surgery, which was considered the ‘gold standard’ diagnostic tool. This is not ideal as surgery carries risk, is expensive, is difficult to access, and disrupts pa…

PurposeThe aim of this study was to investigate the current application of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in the teaching of ultrasound skills as they pertain to gynaecological ultrasound.MethodsA scoping review was performed. Eight dat…

Endometriosis is a prevalent gynecological disease, leading to chronic pain and inflammation, affecting 1 in 10 individuals presumed female at birth. The diagnostic journey is often arduous, marked by neglect of the right diagnosis and prol…

Objective To identify a diagnostic microbial signature for endometriosis. Design Prospective cohort study Setting Nepean Hospital and UNSW Microbiome Research Centre, St George Hospital, Australia Population 64 age- and sex-matched subjects…

In March 2022 Australian Medicare Benefits Schedule updated gynecological item numbers relating to endometriosis surgery. Specific item numbers include 35637, 35631 and 35632 (a division of 35638) and 35641 (14). Each item number correlates…

Transvaginal ultrasound (TVS) is crucial for diagnosing endometriosis, guided by the International Deep Endometriosis Analysis (IDEA) guidelines. While TVS excels in diagnosing ovarian (OE) and deep endometriosis (DE), superficial endometri…

To determine the prevalence rates of adenomyosis and endometriosis among symptomatic patients referred for ultrasounds according to referral sources: primary general practitioners, general gynecologists, and specialist gynecologists in mini…

Endometriosis affects approximately 10% of reproductive-age individuals and is diagnosed through methods including anamnesis, physical examination, imaging, biomarkers, and surgery with histological assessment. As we move toward a medical c…

OBJECTIVE: To provide a contemporary approach to the understanding of the impact and methods for the diagnosis of endometriosis in Canada. TARGET POPULATION: Individuals, families, communities, health care providers, and health care admini…

• Endometriosis with associated mental health symptoms lowers health-related quality of life. • Symptoms of anxiety and depression are associated with a greater number of endometriosis symptoms. • Further research is required and should rep…

Endometriosis affects 1 in 9 women and those assigned female at birth. However, it takes 6.4 years to diagnose using the conventional standard of laparoscopy. Noninvasive imaging enables a timelier diagnosis, reducing diagnostic delay as we…

The International Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology (ISUOG) and International Deep Endometriosis Analysis (IDEA) group, the European Endometriosis League (EEL), the European Society for Gynaecological Endoscopy (ESGE), ESHR…

Mental health symptoms and pain symptoms often coincide in chronic disease. People with endometriosis been shown to have higher incidences of mental health symptoms over people with chronic pain alone. The degree and nature of the relation …

Abstract Study question Can we improve the diagnostic accuracy of the detection of POD obliteration in endometriosis magnetic resonance imaging, by leveraging results from unpaired eTVUS data sets? Summary answer We illustrate effective mul…

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OBJECTIVE: To determine the diagnostic test accuracy of transvaginal ultrasound (TVS) using a standardized technique for the diagnosis of deep endometriosis (DE) of the uterosacral ligaments (USLs) and adjacent torus uterinus (TU). METHODS…

We appreciate the feedback from Prof. Guerriero and colleagues and would like to take the opportunity to address their concerns. We agree that the International Deep Endometriosis Analysis (IDEA) consensus opinion1 has contributed significa…