Mapping the source and character of pain due to endometriosis by patient-assisted laparoscopy

Demco L, Lawrence Demco, L Demco
The Journal of the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists · 1998 · vol. 5(3) , pp. 241–245 · doi:10.1016/s1074-3804(98)80026-1 · PMID:9668144 · W2035166543
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This study investigated the origin and nature of endometriosis-related pain using patient-assisted laparoscopy.

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Study objectiveTo determine by patient-assisted laparoscopy (PAL) the relationship of lesions of endometriosis to pelvic pain.DesignProspective non-randomized study (Canadian Task Force classification II-1).SettingUniversity based facility.PatientsFifty women with endometriosis.InterventionLesions of endometriosis were examined as to color and size, and these areas were mapped for pain.Measurements and main resultsLesions in all categories of colors and shapes were palpated. In lesions that did provoke a pain response, red and vascular lesions were most painful, followed by clear and white scar lesions. Least painful were black lesions. Pain extended beyond lesions to normal-looking peritoneum for up to 27 mm, but was not consistent with respect to type of lesion.ConclusionPain of endometriosis has little relationship to location or color of lesions. It can extend beyond visible lesions to normal peritoneum. Input from patients by PAL may be essential to achieve successful therapy and eliminate excessive surgery and risk.

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endometriosischronic_pelvic_pain

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Endometriosis Laparoscopy Pain Measurement Pelvic Pain Adolescent Adult Color Endometriosis Endometriosis Female Humans Middle Aged Pain Measurement Palpation Pelvic Pain Pelvic Pain Pelvic Pain Prospective Studies

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