Chronic endometritis: A prevalent yet poorly understood entity

Samantha L. Margulies, Valerie A. Flores, Vinita Parkash, Lubna Pal
In: International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics · 2021 · vol. 158(1) , pp. 194–200 · doi:10.1002/ijgo.13962 · PMID:34605024 · W2943959200
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A survey of obstetricians/gynecologists revealed widespread deficiencies in understanding chronic endometritis pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management, highlighting a need for evidence-based consensus and standardized practices.

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OBJECTIVE: To examine the prevalent understanding of and management approaches to chronic endometritis among obstetricians/gynecologists. METHODS: In a cross-sectional observational study, 262 members of national and international professional obstetrician/gynecologist societies were surveyed via anonymous electronic survey that investigated knowledge of the pathophysiology, diagnostic criteria, clinical implications, and treatment strategies for chronic endometritis. Statistical analyses of results were performed using Fisher's exact tests, chi square tests and odds ratios with 95% confidence intervals. A two-sided P < 0.05 was deemed statistically significant. RESULTS: Responses identified a concerning spectrum of deficiencies in the understanding of the pathophysiology of chronic endometritis, in awareness of clinical presentation of chronic endometritis, and in the understanding of methodology/ies that allow diagnosis of chronic endometritis. Heterogeneities in management approaches to chronic endometritis were apparent. CONCLUSION: Our findings underscore a need for targeted efforts to gain clarity on chronic endometritis and to establish evidence-based consensus for good clinical practice. In the absence of a clear understanding of chronic endometritis diagnosis, we posit that the prevalent inconsistencies are likely inflicting unquantified and underappreciated burdens on patients and healthcare systems. We propose consideration for a task force to examine existing literature and create standards for good practice for a prevalent condition.

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