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Bilir E, Kacperczyk-Bartnik J, Bizzarri N, Kahramanoğlu İ. Current practice with operative hysteroscopy for fertility preservation in endometrial cancer and endometrial premalignancies. Arch Gynecol Obstet 2024; 309:2267-2278. [PMID: 38493419 DOI: 10.1007/s00404-024-07463-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/20/2023] [Accepted: 03/04/2024] [Indexed: 03/19/2024]
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PURPOSE The primary aim was to analyze the current practices on the use of operative hysteroscopy for preserving fertility in patients diagnosed with endometrial cancer and premalignancies. Our secondary objectives included investigating medical therapy and analyzing reported pregnancy-related outcomes subsequent to fertility preservation procedures. METHODS We performed a semi-systematic literature review on PubMed, employing pertinent terms related to hysteroscopy, fertility preservation, and endometrial cancer and premalignancies. Patients undergoing operative hysteroscopy with or without following medical treatment were included. We adhered to the PRISMA 2020 statement and utilized Covidence software to manage our systematic review. We performed a pooled analysis on various outcomes. RESULTS Our final analysis included 15 studies evaluating 458 patients, where 238 (52.0%) were diagnosed with endometrial cancer, and 220 (48.0%) had endometrial premalignancies. With 146 pregnancies in our study, the overall pregnancy rate was 31.9%. Among these, 97 resulted in live births, accounting for 66.4% of the reported pregnancies. In terms of medical treatment, various forms of progestins were reported. Complications or adverse effects related to operative hysteroscopy were not reported in more than half of the studies. Among those studies that did report them, no complications nor adverse effects were documented. After hysteroscopic resection, complete response to medical treatment has been reported in 65.5% of the overall cases. CONCLUSION Our review sheds light on the contemporary landscape of operative hysteroscopy for fertility preservation in endometrial cancer and premalignancies. Future studies should include the integration of molecular classification into fertility-preserving management of endometrial malignancies to offer a more personalized and precise strategy.
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- Esra Bilir
- Department of Global Health, Koç University Graduate School of Health Sciences, Istanbul, Turkey
- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Koc University School of Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey
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- UOC Ginecologia Oncologica, Dipartimento di Scienze Della Salute Della Donna, del Bambino e di Sanità Pubblica, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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Vitale SG, Mikuš M, De Angelis MC, Carugno J, Riemma G, Franušić L, Cerovac A, D'alterio MN, Nappi L, Angioni S. Diode laser use in hysteroscopic surgery: current status and future perspectives. MINIM INVASIV THER 2023; 32:275-284. [PMID: 37584381 DOI: 10.1080/13645706.2023.2247483] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/14/2023] [Accepted: 07/18/2023] [Indexed: 08/17/2023]
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Recent advances in surgical technology and innovative techniques have revolutionized surgical gynecology, including transcervical hysteroscopic procedures. Surgical lasers (Nd-Yag, Argon, diode, and CO2 lasers) have been promoted to remove a variety of gynecological pathologies. For hysteroscopic surgery, the diode laser represents the most versatile and feasible innovation, with simultaneous cut and coagulate action, providing improved hemostasis compared with CO2 laser. The newest diode laser devices exhibit increased power and a dual wavelength, to work precisely with reduced thermal dispersion and minimal damage to surrounding tissues. Their efficacy and safety have been validated both in the hospitals as well as in the office setting. Updated evidence reports that several hysteroscopic procedures, including endometrial polypectomies, myomectomies and metroplasties can be successfully performed with a diode laser. Therefore, this review aimed to give a deeper understanding of the role of laser energy in gynecology and subsequently in hysteroscopy in order to safely incorporate this technology into clinical practice.
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- Salvatore Giovanni Vitale
- Division of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Department of Surgical Sciences, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital Centre Zagreb, Zagreb, Croatia
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- Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences Department, Minimally Invasive Gynecology Unit, University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli,", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital Centre Zagreb, Zagreb, Croatia
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- General Hospital Tešanj, Tešanj, Bosnia and Herzegovina, School of Medicine, Univeristy of Tuzla, Tuzla, Bosnia and Herzegovina
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- Division of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Department of Surgical Sciences, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, Institute of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Foggia, Foggia, Italy
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- Division of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Department of Surgical Sciences, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy
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Libretti A, Vitale SG, Saponara S, Corsini C, Aquino CI, Savasta F, Tizzoni E, Troìa L, Surico D, Angioni S, Remorgida V. Hysteroscopy in the new media: quality and reliability analysis of hysteroscopy procedures on YouTube™. Arch Gynecol Obstet 2023; 308:1515-1524. [PMID: 37568070 PMCID: PMC10520162 DOI: 10.1007/s00404-023-07172-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2023] [Accepted: 07/20/2023] [Indexed: 08/13/2023]
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BACKGROUND Hysteroscopy plays a crucial role in diagnosing and managing various intrauterine pathologies. However, its execution can be influenced by patients' perception and understanding, which are often shaped by digital resources such as YouTubeTM. Given its popularity and accessibility, YouTubeTM has the potential to greatly influence patients' knowledge and expectations about this procedure, highlighting the need for accurate and reliable information. PURPOSE This study aims to assess the reliability and quality of hysteroscopy information available to patients on YouTubeTM. Understanding the nature of information patients' access can help address their fears and potential misunderstandings about the procedure, consequently reducing the likelihood of suspension or postponement due to anxiety. METHODS A comprehensive analysis of YouTubeTM was conducted, simulating the search process of a patient seeking information about hysteroscopy. The study evaluated the reliability and quality of 90 out of the first 100 hysteroscopy-related videos on YouTubeTM, scored by four gynecologists-two experienced hysteroscopists and two trainees. The videos were assessed for reliability and quality using the mDISCERN and Global Quality Scale (GQS) scores. RESULTS The average mDISCERN and GQS scores for the evaluated videos were below the optimal three points, highlighting the lack of fluency, comprehensiveness, and reliability of the available information. Notably, while videos produced by experts, including doctors and professional channels, had higher scores, they still fell short of the minimum score of 3. These videos also were not considered more suitable for either patients or trainees. Videos that were assessed as reliable (mDISCERN ≥ 3) were observed to be longer and were more frequently produced by doctors. These videos were suggested more to trainees rather than patients. Similarly, videos deemed as fluent and comprehensive (GQS ≥ 3) were longer and were more often recommended to patients. CONCLUSIONS While YouTubeTM is a widely used source of medical information, the quality and reliability of hysteroscopy videos on the platform are poor. The strategic use of selected, high-quality hysteroscopy videos can enhance procedure success and alleviate patient fears. However, the unsupervised discovery of information by patients could potentially lead to procedure failure or an elevated level of stress due to misleading or incorrect information.
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- Alessandro Libretti
- Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, University Hospital Maggiore Della Carità, Novara, Italy
- School of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, University of Eastern Piedmont, Novara, Italy
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- Division of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Department of Surgical Sciences, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy.
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- Division of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Department of Surgical Sciences, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy
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- Division of Experimental Oncology/Unit of Urology, URI, IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital, Milan, Italy
- Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, University Hospital Maggiore Della Carità, Novara, Italy
- School of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, University of Eastern Piedmont, Novara, Italy
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- Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, University Hospital Maggiore Della Carità, Novara, Italy
- School of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, University of Eastern Piedmont, Novara, Italy
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- Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Filippo Del Ponte Hospital, Varese, Italy
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- Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, University Hospital Maggiore Della Carità, Novara, Italy
- School of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, University of Eastern Piedmont, Novara, Italy
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- Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, University Hospital Maggiore Della Carità, Novara, Italy
- School of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, University of Eastern Piedmont, Novara, Italy
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- Division of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Department of Surgical Sciences, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy
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- Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, University Hospital Maggiore Della Carità, Novara, Italy
- School of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, University of Eastern Piedmont, Novara, Italy
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Vitale SG, Riemma G. Risk of endometrial cancer in asymptomatic postmenopausal women in relation to ultrasonographic endometrial thickness: a reply to unfounded concerns. Am J Obstet Gynecol 2023; 229:478-479.e1. [PMID: 37330129 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajog.2023.06.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2023] [Accepted: 06/11/2023] [Indexed: 06/19/2023]
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- Salvatore Giovanni Vitale
- Division of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Department of Surgical Sciences, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Largo Madonna delle Grazie 1, 80138, Naples, Italy.
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Bilir E, Kahramanoğlu İ. The role of hysteroscopy in fertility preservation in endometrial cancer and atypical endometrial hyperplasia: a semi-systematic literature review. Arch Gynecol Obstet 2023; 308:1113-1126. [PMID: 36807742 DOI: 10.1007/s00404-023-06960-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2022] [Accepted: 02/01/2023] [Indexed: 02/23/2023]
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PURPOSE Endometrial premalignancies are among the common reasons for outpatient gynecology visits among women in reproductive ages. Due to the continued increase in global obesity incidence among them, endometrial malignancies are expected to become even further prevalent. Hence, fertility-sparing interventions are essential and needed. In this semi-systematic literature review, we aimed to investigate the role of hysteroscopy in fertility preservation in endometrial cancer and atypical endometrial hyperplasia. Our secondary goal is to analyze the pregnancy outcomes following fertility preservation. METHODS We conducted a computed search in PubMed. We included original research articles including hysteroscopic interventions in pre-menopausal patients with endometrial malignancies and premalignancies who underwent fertility-preserving treatments. We collected data on medical treatment, response, pregnancy outcomes, and hysteroscopy. RESULTS Of the query results (n = 364), our final analysis included 24 studies. Overall, 1186 patients with endometrial premalignancies and endometrial cancer (EC) were included. More than half of the studies were retrospective design. They included almost ten different forms of progestins. Of the reported pregnancies (n = 392), the overall pregnancy rate was 33.1%. The majority of the studies used operative hysteroscopy (87.5%). Only three (12.5%) reported their hysteroscopy technique in detail. Although more than half of the studies did not provide any information on adverse effects due to hysteroscopy, there were no serious adverse effects among the reported ones. CONCLUSION Hysteroscopic resection may increase the success rate of fertility-preserving treatment of EC and atypical endometrial hyperplasia. The clinical significance of the theoretical concern of the dissemination of cancer is not known. Standardization of the use of hysteroscopy in fertility-preserving treatment is needed.
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- Esra Bilir
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Die Klinik in Preetz, Preetz, Germany
- Department of Global Health, Koç University Graduate School of Health Sciences, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Private Gynecologic Oncology Clinic, Bağdat Caddesi, No: 168/16, Fenerbahçe, Kadıköy, Istanbul, Turkey.
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Vitale SG, Riemma G. Risk of endometrial cancer in asymptomatic postmenopausal women in relation to ultrasonographic endometrial thickness: look but do not overlook. Am J Obstet Gynecol 2023; 229:86-87. [PMID: 36933688 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajog.2023.03.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2023] [Accepted: 03/12/2023] [Indexed: 03/18/2023]
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- Salvatore Giovanni Vitale
- Division of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Department of Surgical Sciences, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Largo Madonna delle Grazie 1, 80138, Naples, Italy.
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Pelazas-Hernández JA, Varillas-Delgado D, González-Casado T, Cristóbal-Quevedo I, Alonso-Bermejo A, Ronchas-Martínez M, Cristóbal-García I. The Effect of Virtual Reality on the Reduction of Pain in Women with an Indication for Outpatient Diagnostic Hysteroscopy: A Randomized Controlled Trial. J Clin Med 2023; 12:jcm12113645. [PMID: 37297840 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12113645] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/03/2023] [Revised: 05/19/2023] [Accepted: 05/22/2023] [Indexed: 06/12/2023] Open
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Background: The cognitive distraction caused by Virtual Reality (VR) seems to cause a decrease both in pain and its perception as in the time spent thinking about possible pain, among anxiety about hysteroscopy procedure. The main objective of this investigation was to evaluate the efficacy of virtual reality for pain relief during outpatient hysteroscopy. Method: A total of 83 patients underwent outpatient diagnostic hysteroscopy in a single-centre, open-label, randomized control trial. Overall, 180 women with medical indication for an outpatient diagnostic hysteroscopy were randomized. Ten were excluded due to the impossibility of entering the endometrial cavity caused by a cervical canal that was not permeable, and 15 did not tolerate the pain at the beginning and during the procedure, excluding themselves from the final model. Finally, 154 were analysed per protocol to use VR (n = 82, study group) or standard treatment (n = 72, control group) assessing the differences between both groups by reduction in pain using Visual Analogue Scale score (VAS: 0-10 cm) and clinical data (arterial pressure, heart rate, and oxygen saturation) at the end of hysteroscopy, at 15 and 30 min after hysteroscopy. Results: Women with VR outpatient diagnostic hysteroscopy experienced less pain at final (VAS score 2.451 vs. 3.972, standard mean difference (SMD) -1.521, 95% CI -2.601 to -0.440; p = 0.006), at 15 min (VAS 1.769 vs. 3.300, SMD -1.531, 95% CI -2.557 to -0.504; p = 0.004), and at 30 min (VAS 1.621 vs. 2.719, SMD -1.099, 95% CI -2.166 to -0.031; p = 0.044) after the ending of the hysteroscopy, compared with no VR. Conclusions: The use of VR during outpatient diagnostic hysteroscopy proved effective in the reduction of pain in this randomized control trial. It shows wide potential role in ambulatory gynaecologic procedures to avoid repeating tests, perform surgeries without anaesthesia, and the use of medication and its side effects.
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- Jesus A Pelazas-Hernández
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, El Escorial University Hospital, 28200 Madrid, Spain
- Faculty of Medicine, Universidad Francisco de Vitoria, 28223 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Sierra de Guadarrama Health Centre, 28440 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, El Escorial University Hospital, 28200 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, El Escorial University Hospital, 28200 Madrid, Spain
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- Faculty of Medicine, Universidad Francisco de Vitoria, 28223 Madrid, Spain
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, San Carlos Clinic Hospital, 28040 Madrid, Spain
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Vitale SG, Buzzaccarini G, Riemma G, Pacheco LA, Sardo ADS, Carugno J, Chiantera V, Török P, Noventa M, Haimovich S, De Franciscis P, Perez-Medina T, Angioni S, Laganà AS. Endometrial Biopsy: Indications, Techniques and Recommendations. An Evidence-Based Guideline for Clinical Practice. J Gynecol Obstet Hum Reprod 2023; 52:102588. [PMID: 37061093 DOI: 10.1016/j.jogoh.2023.102588] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2022] [Revised: 12/04/2022] [Accepted: 04/05/2023] [Indexed: 04/17/2023]
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This practice guideline provides updated evidence for the gynecologist who performs endometrial biopsy (EB) in gynecologic clinical practice. An international committee of gynecology experts developed the recommendations according to AGREE Reporting Guideline. An adequate tissue sampling is mandatory when performing an EB. Blind methods should not be first choice in patients with suspected endometrial malignancy. Hysteroscopy is the targeted-biopsy method with highest diagnostic accuracy and cost-effectiveness. Blind suction techniques are not reliable for the diagnosis of endometrial polyps. In low resources settings, and in absence of the capacity to perform office hysteroscopy, blind techniques could be used for EB. Hysteroscopic punch biopsy allows to collect only limited amount of endometrial tissue. grasp biopsy technique should be considered first choice in reproductive aged women, bipolar electrode chip biopsy should be preferred with hypotrophic or atrophic endometrium. EB is required for the final diagnosis of chronic endometritis. There is no consensus regarding which endometrial thickness cut-off should be used for recommending EB in asymptomatic postmenopausal women. EB should be offered to young women with abnormal uterine bleeding and risk factors for endometrial carcinoma. Endometrial pathology should be excluded with EB in nonobese women with unopposed hyperestrogenism. Hysteroscopy with EB is useful in patients with abnormal bleeding even without sonographic evidence of pathology. EB has high sensitivity for detecting intrauterine pathologies. In postmenopausal women with uterine bleeding, EB is recommended. Women with sonographic endometrial thickness > 4mm using tamoxifen should undergo hysteroscopic EB.
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- Salvatore Giovanni Vitale
- Division of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Department of Surgical Sciences, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy
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- Gynaecologic and Obstetrics Clinic, Department of Women's and Children's Health, University of Padua, Padua, Italy
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- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli," Naples, Italy.
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- Unidad de Endoscopia Ginecológica, Centro Gutenberg, Hospital Xanit Internacional, Málaga, Spain
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- Department of Public Health, School of Medicine, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Department, Minimally Invasive Gynecology Division, University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Unit of Gynecologic Oncology, ARNAS "Civico - Di Cristina - Benfratelli", Department of Health Promotion, Mother and Child Care, Internal Medicine and Medical Specialties (PROMISE), University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy
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- University of Debrecen, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
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- Gynaecologic and Obstetrics Clinic, Department of Women's and Children's Health, University of Padua, Padua, Italy
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Laniado University Hospital, Netanya, Israel and Adelson School of Medicine, Ariel University, Ariel, Israel
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- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli," Naples, Italy
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital Puerta de Hierro Majadahonda, Autonoma University of Madrid, Madrid, Spain
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- Division of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Department of Surgical Sciences, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy
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- Unit of Gynecologic Oncology, ARNAS "Civico - Di Cristina - Benfratelli", Department of Health Promotion, Mother and Child Care, Internal Medicine and Medical Specialties (PROMISE), University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy
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Outpatient Hysteroscopic Polypectomy-A Retrospective Study Comparing Rigid and Semirigid Office Hysteroscopes. Diagnostics (Basel) 2023; 13:diagnostics13050988. [PMID: 36900132 PMCID: PMC10000849 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics13050988] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2022] [Revised: 02/22/2023] [Accepted: 03/01/2023] [Indexed: 03/08/2023] Open
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Endometrial polyps are one of the most common pathological conditions in gynecology. Hysteroscopy is the gold standard for the diagnosis and treatment of endometrial polyps. The purpose of this multicenter, retrospective study was to compare patients' pain perception during an operative hysteroscopic endometrial polypectomy in an outpatient setting with two different hysteroscopes (rigid and semirigid) and to identify some clinical and intraoperative characteristics that are related to worsening pain during the procedure. We included women that underwent, at the same time as an diagnostic hysteroscopy, the complete removal of an endometrial polyp (using the see-and-treat strategy) without any kind of analgesia. A total of 166 patients were enrolled, of which 102 patients underwent a polypectomy with a semirigid hysteroscope and 64 patients underwent the procedure with a rigid hysteroscope. No differences were found during the diagnostic step; on the contrary, after the operative procedure, a statistically significant greater degree of pain was reported when the semirigid hysteroscope was used. Cervical stenosis and menopausal status were risk factors for pain both in the diagnostic step and in the operative one. Our results confirm that operative hysteroscopic endometrial polypectomy in an outpatient setting is an effective, safe, and well-tolerated procedure and indicate that it might be better tolerated if a rigid rather than semirigid instrument is used.
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Riemma G, Della Corte L, Vitale SG, Cianci S, La Verde M, Giampaolino P, Cobellis L, De Franciscis P. Surgical management of endocervical and decidual polyps during pregnancy: systematic review and meta-analysis. Arch Gynecol Obstet 2023; 307:673-680. [PMID: 35396972 PMCID: PMC9984338 DOI: 10.1007/s00404-022-06550-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2021] [Accepted: 03/23/2022] [Indexed: 11/02/2022]
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PURPOSE To evaluate the impact of endocervical and decidual polypectomy on obstetrical outcomes of pregnant women. METHODS MEDLINE, Scopus, ClinicalTrials.gov, Scielo, EMBASE, Cochrane Library at the CENTRAL Register of Controlled Trials, and LILACS were searched from inception to April 2021. No language or geographical restrictions were applied. Inclusion criteria regarded observational studies concerning pregnant women with a cervical lesion who underwent cervical polypectomy. Co-primary outcomes were incidence of late pregnancy loss and preterm birth in women with endocervical or decidual polypectomy as well as polypectomy versus expectant management. Random effect meta-analyses to calculate risk ratio (RR) with 95% confidence interval (CI) were performed. Quality assessment of included papers was performed using Newcastle-Ottawa Scale criteria. RESULTS Three studies, with data provided for 3097 women, were included in quantitative analysis, with comparisons between endocervical and decidual polyps extracted from two studies and 156 patients. After a first trimester endocervical or decidual polypectomy, no significant differences were found for late pregnancy losses (RR 0.29 [95% CI 0.05, 1.80], I2 = 11%). Risk for preterm birth was significantly higher for decidual polyps' removal (RR 6.13 [95% CI 2.57, 14.59], I2 = 0%). One paper compared cervical polypectomy vs expectant management, with increased incidence of late pregnancy loss (4/142 vs 5/2799; p < 0.001) and preterm birth (19/142 vs 115/2799; p < 0.001) in women subjected to polypectomy. CONCLUSIONS Evidence regarding the removal of cervical polyps in pregnancy is extremely limited. However, the removal of either decidual or endocervical polyps seems associated with increased risk of pregnancy loss and preterm birth, with increased preterm birth risk following endocervical rather than decidual polypectomy.
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- Gaetano Riemma
- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Largo Madonna delle Grazie 1, 80138, Naples, Italy.
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, School of Medicine, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, Department of General Surgery and Medical Surgical Specialties, University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Ginecologia Oncologica e Chirurgia Ginecologica Miniinvasiva, Università degli studi di Messina, Policlinico G. Martino, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Largo Madonna delle Grazie 1, 80138, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, School of Medicine, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Largo Madonna delle Grazie 1, 80138, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Largo Madonna delle Grazie 1, 80138, Naples, Italy
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Ferraro A, Laibangyang A, Yazdani A, Hurwitz J, Chuang L. Recurrent cervical cancer after trachelectomy diagnosed by hysteroscopy: A case report. Gynecol Oncol Rep 2023; 45:101134. [PMID: 36683776 PMCID: PMC9853302 DOI: 10.1016/j.gore.2023.101134] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2022] [Revised: 01/04/2023] [Accepted: 01/07/2023] [Indexed: 01/12/2023] Open
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Surveillance for cervical cancer recurrence after radical trachelectomy is challenging and warrants additional research to establish evidence-based screening guidelines. Papanicolaou (Pap smear) with HPV testing, physical exam, and symptom reporting remain the standard of care despite high false positive rates. In this patient with a history of early-stage cervical adenocarcinoma status post radical trachelectomy, a diagnosis of recurrence was made hysteroscopically, prompting evaluation of the utility of this technique for screening and management of patients with suspected recurrent cervical cancer after trachelectomy.
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- Amanda Ferraro
- Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences of Danbury Hospital, 24 Hospital Ave, Danbury, CT 06810, United States,Corresponding author at: 24 Hospital Ave, Department of OBGYN, Danbury, CT 06810, United States.
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- Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences of Danbury Hospital, 24 Hospital Ave, Danbury, CT 06810, United States
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- Larner College of Medicine at the University of Vermont, 89 Beaumont Ave, Burlington, VT 0540, United States
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- Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences of Danbury Hospital, 24 Hospital Ave, Danbury, CT 06810, United States,Illume Fertility, Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, 103 Newtown Rd #1A, Danbury, CT 06810, United States
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- Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences of Danbury Hospital, 24 Hospital Ave, Danbury, CT 06810, United States,Larner College of Medicine at the University of Vermont, 89 Beaumont Ave, Burlington, VT 0540, United States
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Utilidad de la histeroscopia en el manejo del sangrado uterino anormal. CLINICA E INVESTIGACION EN GINECOLOGIA Y OBSTETRICIA 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.gine.2022.100821] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Vitale SG, Riemma G, Mikuš M, Carugno J, Torella M, Reyes-Muñoz E, Cela V, Perez Medina T, Della Corte L, Pacheco LA, Haimovich S, De Franciscis P, Angioni S. Quality of Life, Anxiety and Depression in Women Treated with Hysteroscopic Endometrial Resection or Ablation for Heavy Menstrual Bleeding: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2022; 58:1664. [PMID: 36422203 PMCID: PMC9695759 DOI: 10.3390/medicina58111664] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/23/2022] [Revised: 11/12/2022] [Accepted: 11/15/2022] [Indexed: 10/10/2023]
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Background and Objectives: Hysteroscopic endometrial resection (ER) or global endometrial ablation (GEA) are feasible methods to treat heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB). The aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) was to assess patient's quality of life (QoL) in women treated with ER/GEA compared to hysterectomy. Materials and Methods: Electronic searches in MEDLINE Scopus, ClinicalTrials.gov, EMBASE, PROSPERO and Cochrane CENTRAL were conducted from their inception to July 2022. Inclusion criteria were RCTs of premenopausal women with HMB randomized to conservative surgical treatment (ER/GEA) or hysterectomy. The primary outcome was the evaluation of QoL using the SF-36 score. Results: Twelve RCTs (2773 women) were included in the analysis. Women treated with hysteroscopic ER/GEA showed significantly lower scores for the SF-36 general health perception (mean difference (MD) -8.56 [95% CI -11.75 to -5.36]; I2 = 0%), social function (MD -12.90 [95% CI -23.90 to -1.68]; I2 = 91%), emotional role limitation (MD -4.64 [95% CI -8.43 to -0.85]; I2 = 0%) and vitality (MD -8.01 [95% CI -14.73 to -1.30]; I2 = 74%) domains relative to hysterectomy. Anxiety, depression scores and complication rates were similar between treatments. Relative to uterine balloon therapy, amenorrhea was more common with EA/GER (relative risk 1.51 [95% CI 1.03 to 1.20] I2 = 28%), but posttreatment satisfaction was similar. Conclusions: Women's perception of QoL might be seen to be less improved after hysteroscopic ER/GEA rather than hysterectomy. However, such findings need to be confirmed by additional trials due to the high number of outdated studies and recent improvements in hysteroscopic instrumentation and techniques.
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- Salvatore Giovanni Vitale
- Division of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Department of Surgical Sciences, University of Cagliari, 09124 Cagliari, Italy
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, University of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”, 80128 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital Center Zagreb, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia
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- Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences Department, Minimally Invasive Gynecology Unit, University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL 33124, USA
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, University of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”, 80128 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Gynecological and Perinatal Endocrinology, Instituto Nacional de Perinatología, Mexico City 11000, Mexico
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- Division of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Pisa, 56126 Pisa, Italy
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital Puerta de Hierro Majadahonda, Autonoma University of Madrid, 28001 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, School of Medicine, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Laniado University Hospital, Netanya, Israel and Adelson School of Medicine, Ariel University, Ariel 98603, Israel
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, University of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”, 80128 Naples, Italy
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- Division of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Department of Surgical Sciences, University of Cagliari, 09124 Cagliari, Italy
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Liu HD, Wang SW. Role of noncoding RNA in the pathophysiology and treatment of intrauterine adhesion. Front Genet 2022; 13:948628. [PMID: 36386826 PMCID: PMC9650223 DOI: 10.3389/fgene.2022.948628] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2022] [Accepted: 10/13/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Intrauterine adhesion (IUA) is one of the most common diseases of the reproductive system in women. It is often accompanied by serious clinical problems that damage reproductive function, such as menstrual disorder, infertility, or recurrent abortion. The clinical effect of routine treatment is not ideal, and the postoperative recurrence rate is still very high. Therefore, exploring the pathological mechanism of IUA and finding new strategies for the effective prevention and treatment of IUA are needed. The main pathological mechanism of IUA is endometrial fibrosis and scar formation. Noncoding RNA (ncRNA) plays an important role in the fibrosis process, which is one of the latest research advances in the pathophysiology of IUA. Moreover, the exosomal miRNAs derived from mesenchymal stem cells can be used to improve IUA. This paper reviewed the role of ncRNAs in IUA pathogenesis, summarized the core pathways of endometrial fibrosis regulated by ncRNAs, and finally introduced the potential of ncRNAs as a therapeutic target.
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- Hui-Dong Liu
- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Beijing Hospital, National Center of Gerontology, Institute of Geriatric Medicine, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China,Graduate School of Peking Union Medical College, Peking Union Medical College, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Beijing Hospital, National Center of Gerontology, Institute of Geriatric Medicine, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China,Graduate School of Peking Union Medical College, Peking Union Medical College, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China,*Correspondence: Shao-Wei Wang,
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Diagnostic Value of Ultrasonography Combined with Hysteroscopy in Intrauterine Space-Occupying Abnormalities. CONTRAST MEDIA & MOLECULAR IMAGING 2022; 2022:6192311. [PMID: 36110976 PMCID: PMC9448615 DOI: 10.1155/2022/6192311] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2022] [Revised: 06/24/2022] [Accepted: 07/19/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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The aim of this study was to analyze the diagnostic significance of ultrasonography combined with hysteroscopy for intrauterine space-occupying abnormalities. A total of 99 patients with uterine space-occupying abnormalities treated in hospitals were enrolled. The patients were divided into three groups according to different disease types: the submucosal myoma group, endometrial polyp group, and placenta residue group, with 33 patients in each group. The differences and diagnostic effects in intrauterine ultrasound, hysteroscopic findings, and surgical histopathology were observed in each group. Outcome measures: it was to compare the sensitivity, specificity, and accuracy of intrauterine ultrasound and angiography for intrauterine space-occupying lesions using surgical and pathological examination methods as the gold standard; the relationship between the location, number, size, appearance, and serosal layer of intrauterine lesions was clearly shown; the location, number, appearance, and echogenicity of space-occupying abnormalities under hysteroscopy were observed. The results showed that the diagnostic rates of endometrial polyps, submucous myoma, and residual placenta were 90.9%, 80.8%, and 72.7%, respectively. However, the sensitivity, specificity, and accuracy of ultrasonography in the diagnosis of endometrial polyps were 90.0%, 66.7%, and 87.9%, respectively; those of hysteroscopy in the diagnosis of endometrial polyps were 96.7%, 66.7%, and 93.9%, respectively; and combined diagnosis was 96.7%, 100.0%, 97.0%, 100.0%, and 75.0%. The sensitivity, specificity, and accuracy of ultrasonography in the diagnosis of submucous myoma of the uterus were 88.9%, 50.0%, and 81.8%, respectively; those of hysteroscopy in the diagnosis of submucous myoma of the uterus were 96.3%, 83.3%, and 93.9%, respectively; and combined diagnosis was 100.0%, 83.3%, 97.0%, 96.4%, and 100.0%. The sensitivity, specificity, and accuracy of ultrasonography in the diagnosis of uteroplacental remnants were 87.5%, 66.7%, and 81.8%, respectively; those of hysteroscopy in the diagnosis of uteroplacental remnants were 91.7%, 77.8%, and 87.9%, respectively; and combined diagnosis was 95.8%, 88.9%, 93.9%, 95.8%, and 88.9%. In summary, ultrasonography combined with hysteroscopy can improve the diagnostic sensitivity and accuracy for intrauterine space-occupying abnormalities.
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Damiani RG, Muzzupapa G, Trojano G, Cicinelli R, Cicinelli E. Remodelling of anterior arches of post-caesarean niche (ROAN) with intrauterine morcellator: it is possible? Arch Gynecol Obstet 2022; 306:1845-1846. [PMID: 35997972 DOI: 10.1007/s00404-022-06709-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/02/2022]
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- Raffaello Gianluca Damiani
- Department of Biomedical Sciences and Human Oncology, Gynaecologic and Obstetrics Clinic, University of Bari, Bari, Italy.
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences and Human Oncology, Gynaecologic and Obstetrics Clinic, University of Bari, Bari, Italy
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- Departement of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Madonna delle Grazie Hospital, Matera, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences and Human Oncology, Gynaecologic and Obstetrics Clinic, University of Bari, Bari, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences and Human Oncology, Gynaecologic and Obstetrics Clinic, University of Bari, Bari, Italy
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Vitale SG, Watrowski R, Barra F, D’Alterio MN, Carugno J, Sathyapalan T, Kahramanoglu I, Reyes-Muñoz E, Lin LT, Urman B, Ferrero S, Angioni S. Abnormal Uterine Bleeding in Perimenopausal Women: The Role of Hysteroscopy and Its Impact on Quality of Life and Sexuality. Diagnostics (Basel) 2022; 12:diagnostics12051176. [PMID: 35626331 PMCID: PMC9140476 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics12051176] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2022] [Revised: 04/26/2022] [Accepted: 04/29/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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Abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB) is a frequent symptom in perimenopausal women. It is defined as uterine bleeding in which the duration, frequency, or amount of bleeding is considered excessive and negatively affects the woman’s quality of life (QoL) and psychological well-being. In cases of structural uterine pathology, hysterectomy (usually performed via a minimally invasive approach) offers definitive symptom relief and is associated with long-lasting improvement of QoL and sexuality. However, over the past 30 years, uterus-preserving treatments have been introduced as alternatives to hysterectomy. Hysteroscopic polypectomy, myomectomy, or endometrial resection/endometrial ablation are minimally invasive techniques that can be used as an alternative to hysterectomy to treat AUB due to benign conditions. Although associated with high patient satisfaction and short-term improvement in their QoL, hysteroscopic treatments do not eliminate the risk of AUB recurrence or the need for further intervention. Therefore, considering the impact of different treatment options on QoL and sexuality during preoperative shared decision making could help identify the most appropriate and personalized treatment options for perimenopausal women suffering from AUB.
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- Salvatore Giovanni Vitale
- Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, Department of General Surgery and Medical Surgical Specialties, University of Catania, 95124 Catania, Italy
- Correspondence: (S.G.V.); (R.W.)
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- Faculty of Medicine (Associate), University of Freiburg, 79106 Freiburg, Germany
- Correspondence: (S.G.V.); (R.W.)
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- Academic Unit of Obstetrics and Gynecology, IRCCS Ospedale Policlinico San Martino, University of Genova, 16132 Genoa, Italy; (F.B.); (S.F.)
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- Division of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Department of Surgical Sciences, University of Cagliari, 09124 Cagliari, Italy; (M.N.D.); (S.A.)
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- Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences Department, University of Miami, Miami, FL 33146, USA;
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- Academic Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism, Hull York Medical School, University of Hull, Kingston upon Hull HU6 7RX, UK;
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Emsey Hospital, 34912 Istanbul, Turkey;
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- Department of Gynecological and Perinatal Endocrinology, Instituto Nacional de Perinatología, Mexico City 11000, Mexico;
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, No. 386, Dazhong 1st Rd., Zuoying Dist, Kaohsiung City 81362, Taiwan;
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, National Yang-Ming University School of Medicine, No. 155, Sec. 2, Li-Nong Street, Pei-Tou, Taipei 11265, Taiwan
- Department of Biological Science, National Sun Yat-sen University, 70 Lienhai Rd., Kaohsiung City 80424, Taiwan
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- Centre for Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, American Hospital, 34365 Istanbul, Turkey;
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Reproductive Endocrinology, Infertility Centre Istanbul, Koc University, 34450 Istanbul, Turkey
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- Academic Unit of Obstetrics and Gynecology, IRCCS Ospedale Policlinico San Martino, University of Genova, 16132 Genoa, Italy; (F.B.); (S.F.)
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- Division of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Department of Surgical Sciences, University of Cagliari, 09124 Cagliari, Italy; (M.N.D.); (S.A.)
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Turan H, Vitale SG, Kahramanoglu I, Della Corte L, Giampaolino P, Azemi A, Durmus S, Sal V, Tokgozoglu N, Bese T, Arvas M, Demirkiran F, Gelisgen R, Ilvan S, Uzun H. Diagnostic and prognostic role of TFF3, Romo-1, NF-кB and SFRP4 as biomarkers for endometrial and ovarian cancers: a prospective observational translational study. Arch Gynecol Obstet 2022; 306:2105-2114. [PMID: 35461390 PMCID: PMC9633503 DOI: 10.1007/s00404-022-06563-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2022] [Accepted: 04/01/2022] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Purpose This study aimed to evaluate trefoil factor 3 (TFF3), secreted frizzled-related protein 4 (sFRP4), reactive oxygen species modulator 1 (Romo1) and nuclear factor kappa B (NF-κB) as diagnostic and prognostic markers of endometrial cancer (EC) and ovarian cancer (OC). Methods Thirty-one patients with EC and 30 patients with OC undergone surgical treatment were enrolled together with 30 healthy controls in a prospective study. Commercial ELISA kits determined serum TFF-3, Romo-1, NF-кB and sFRP-4 concentrations. Results Serum TFF-3, Romo-1 and NF-кB levels were significantly higher in patients with EC and OC than those without cancer. Regarding EC, none of the serum biomarkers differs significantly between endometrial and non-endometrioid endometrial carcinomas. Mean serum TFF-3 and NF-кB levels were significantly higher in advanced stages. Increased serum levels of TFF-3 and NF-кB were found in those with a higher grade of the disease. Regarding OC, none of the serum biomarkers differed significantly among histological subtypes. Significantly increased serum levels of NF-кB were observed in patients with advanced-stage OC than those with stage I and II diseases. No difference in serum biomarker levels was found between those who had a recurrence and those who had not. The sensibility and specificity of these four biomarkers in discriminating EC and OC from the control group showed encouraging values, although no one reached 70%. Conclusions TFF-3, Romo-1, NF-кB and SFRP4 could represent new diagnostic and prognostic markers for OC and EC. Further studies are needed to validate our results.
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- Hasan Turan
- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Health Science University, Cam Sakura Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, Department of General Surgery and Medical Surgical Specialties, University of Catania, Via Santa Sofia 78, 95123, Catania, Italy.
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, School of Medicine, University of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, Via Sergio Pansini, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Memorial Bahcelievler Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, School of Medicine, Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, American Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, School of Medicine, Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Pathology, School of Medicine, Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa, Istanbul, Turkey
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Ultra-minimally invasive surgery in gynecological patients: a review of the literature. Updates Surg 2022; 74:843-855. [PMID: 35366181 PMCID: PMC9213331 DOI: 10.1007/s13304-022-01248-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2021] [Accepted: 01/21/2022] [Indexed: 01/18/2023]
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In the last decade, Ultra-minimally invasive surgery (UMIS) including both minilaparoscopic (MH) and percutaneous (PH) endoscopic surgery achieved widespread use around the world. Despite UMIS has been reported as safe and feasible surgical procedure, most of the available data are drawn from retrospective studies, with a limited number of cases and heterogeneous surgical procedures included in the analysis. This literature review aimed to analyze the most methodologically valid studies concerning major gynecological surgeries performed in UMIS. A literature review was performed double blind from January to April 2021. The keywords ‘minilaparoscopy’; ‘ultra minimally invasive surgery’; ‘3 mm’; ‘percutaneous’; and ‘Hysterectomy’ were selected in Pubmed, Medscape, Scopus, and Google scholar search engines. PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analyses) guidelines were followed for the drafting of the systematic review. The systematic literature research provided 298 studies, of which 9 fell within the inclusion criteria. Two hundred ninety-six total patients were included, 148 for both PH and MH groups. Median age (48 years), BMI (24 kg/m2), OT (90 min), EBL (50 ml), time to discharge (1 day), self scar evaluation (10/10), and VAS (3/10) were reported. The most frequent intraoperative complication in both the PH and MH groups was surgical bleeding. The UMIS approaches were feasible and safe even for complex gynecological procedures. Operative times and complications were superimposable to the “classical” minimally invasive approaches reported in the literature. The reported results apply only to experienced surgeons.
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Vitale SG, Riemma G, Carugno J, Perez-Medina T, Alonso Pacheco L, Haimovich S, Parry JP, Di Spiezio Sardo A, De Franciscis P. Postsurgical barrier strategies to avoid the recurrence of intrauterine adhesion formation after hysteroscopic adhesiolysis: a network meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Am J Obstet Gynecol 2022; 226:487-498.e8. [PMID: 34555319 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajog.2021.09.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 18.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2021] [Revised: 09/07/2021] [Accepted: 09/12/2021] [Indexed: 11/01/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To assess the efficacy of mechanical strategies to avoid the recurrence of intrauterine adhesions, to evaluate the impact on subsequent fertility after hysteroscopic adhesiolysis and to rank the available antiadhesive options. DATA SOURCES MEDLINE, Scopus, ClinicalTrials.gov, CINAHL, Scielo, EMBASE, PROSPERO, Cochrane Library, conference proceedings, and international controlled trials registries were searched without temporal, geographic, and language restrictions. STUDY ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA Randomized trials that analyzed the recurrence, reproductive outcomes, or both in women undergoing hysteroscopic adhesiolysis followed by mechanical prevention of intrauterine adhesions were included. The exclusion criteria included the following: quasi-randomized trials and trials without randomization and studies including patients undergoing hysteroscopic surgery that was different from adhesiolysis. STUDY APPRAISAL AND SYNTHESIS METHODS The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analyses extension statement for network meta-analyses guidelines were followed. We performed a network meta-analysis based on the random effects model for mixed multiple treatment comparisons to rank the antiadhesive strategies by surface under the cumulative ranking curve area. Quality assessment was performed using the criteria outlined in the Cochrane Handbook for Systematic Reviews of Interventions. The primary outcome was the recurrent presence of intrauterine adhesions. RESULTS Eleven studies with data for 1596 women were identified as applicable. A copper intrauterine device together with an intrauterine balloon (surface under the cumulative ranking curve area=46.4%) or with cross-linked hyaluronic acid gel (surface under the cumulative ranking curve area=21.3%) seemed effective in preventing adhesions recurrence. Regarding the fecundity, hyaluronic acid gel demonstrated the highest pregnancy rates (surface under the cumulative ranking curve area=79.8%). The greatest degrees of change in the mean adhesions scores were found with the use of hyaluronic acid gel plus an intrauterine device (surface under the cumulative ranking curve area=38.9%). For postsurgical adhesion severity, hyaluronic acid gel plus intrauterine device (surface under the cumulative ranking curve area=49.9%) followed by intrauterine device alone (surface under the cumulative ranking curve area=30.8%) was ranked the highest. Dried amnion graft (surface under the cumulative ranking curve area=53.8%) and uterine balloon (surface under the cumulative ranking curve area=45%) showed the greatest menstrual pattern improvement. CONCLUSION Cross-linked hyaluronic acid gel, with or without insertion of a copper intrauterine device, seems to be the most effective approach. However, the lack of a clear best therapy suggests the need for further studies to draw firm conclusions.
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Reliability of Office Hysteroscopic Reconstructive Surgery (HRS) in a Tertiary-Hospital Performing Conventional Day-Case HRS for 30 Years. J Gynecol Surg 2022. [DOI: 10.1089/gyn.2021.0050] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Riemma G, Vitale SG, Manchanda R, Rathore A, Török P, De Angelis C, Urman B, Sareri MI, La Verde M, Carugno J, De Franciscis P, Tesarik J. The role of hysteroscopy in reproductive surgery: today and tomorrow. J Gynecol Obstet Hum Reprod 2022; 51:102350. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jogoh.2022.102350] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/14/2022] [Revised: 02/17/2022] [Accepted: 02/25/2022] [Indexed: 01/16/2023]
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The Role of Genital Tract Microbiome in Fertility: A Systematic Review. Int J Mol Sci 2021; 23:ijms23010180. [PMID: 35008605 PMCID: PMC8745627 DOI: 10.3390/ijms23010180] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2021] [Revised: 12/19/2021] [Accepted: 12/20/2021] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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The human microbiome plays a crucial role in determining the health status of every human being, and the microbiome of the genital tract can affect the fertility potential before and during assisted reproductive treatments (ARTs). This review aims to identify and appraise studies investigating the correlation of genital microbiome to infertility. Publications up to February 2021 were identified by searching the electronic databases PubMed/MEDLINE, Scopus and Embase and bibliographies. Only full-text original research articles written in English were considered eligible for analysis, whereas reviews, editorials, opinions or letters, case studies, conference papers, and abstracts were excluded. Twenty-six articles were identified. The oldest studies adopted the exclusive culture-based technique, while in recent years PCR and RNA sequencing based on 16S rRNA were the most used technique. Regardless of the anatomical site under investigation, the Lactobacillus-dominated flora seems to play a pivotal role in determining fertility, and in particular Lactobacillus crispatus showed a central role. Nonetheless, the presence of pathogens in the genital tract, such as Chlamydia trachomatis, Gardnerella vaginalis, Ureaplasma species, and Gram-negative stains microorganism, affected fertility also in case of asymptomatic bacterial vaginosis (BV). We failed to identify descriptive or comparative studies regarding tubal microbiome. The microbiome of the genital tract plays a pivotal role in fertility, also in case of ARTs. The standardization of the sampling methods and investigations approaches is warranted to stratify the fertility potential and its subsequent treatment. Prospective tubal microbiome studies are warranted.
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Franchini M, Ceci O, Casadio P, Carugno J, Giarrè G, Gubbini G, Catena U, Chiara de Angelis M, Di Spiezio Sardo A. Mechanical hysteroscopic tissue removal or hysteroscopic morcellator: understanding the past to predict the future. A narrative review. Facts Views Vis Obgyn 2021; 13:193-201. [PMID: 34555873 PMCID: PMC8823270 DOI: 10.52054/fvvo.13.3.026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Background In recent years, the available evidence revealed that mechanical hysteroscopic tissue removal (mHTR) systems represent a safe and effective alternative to conventional operative resectoscopic hysteroscopy to treat a diverse spectrum of intrauterine pathology including endometrial polyps, uterine myomas, removal of placental remnants and to perform targeted endometrial biopsy under direct visualisation. This innovative technology simultaneously cuts and removes the tissue, allowing one to perform the procedure in a safer, faster and more effective way compared to conventional resectoscopic surgery. Objective To review currently available scientific evidence concerning the use of mechanical hysteroscopic morcellators and highlight relevant aspects of the technology. Material and Methods A narrative review was conducted analysing the available literature regarding hysteroscopic tissue removal systems. Main outcome measures Characteristics of available mHTR systems, procedures they are used for, their performance including safety aspects and their comparison. Results A total of 7 hysteroscopic morcellators were identified. The diameter of the external sheet ranged from 5.25 to 9.0 mm, optics ranged from 0.8 to 6.3 mm with 0o angle. The cutter device diameter ranged from 2.9 to 4.5 mm most of them with rotation and reciprocation. Conclusion We conclude that the adoption of mHTR has shown to reduce operating time, simultaneously cutting and suctioning tissue fragments avoiding the need for multiple removal and reinsertions of the device into the uterine cavity as well as reducing the volume of distension media required to complete the procedure compared to using the hysteroscopic resectoscope.
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Vitale SG, Riemma G, Alonso Pacheco L, Carugno J, Haimovich S, Tesarik J, De Angelis MC, Di Spiezio Sardo A, De Franciscis P. Hysteroscopic endometrial biopsy: from indications to instrumentation and techniques. A call to action. MINIM INVASIV THER 2021; 30:251-262. [PMID: 34369246 DOI: 10.1080/13645706.2021.1960862] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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During the last twenty years, the diagnostic approach to endometrial pathology has radically evolved. For over a century, intrauterine blind biopsy techniques were considered the gold standard procedure for the histopathological diagnosis of intrauterine diseases. The advent of hysteroscopy, which made it possible to directly visualize the uterine cavity, and the subsequent miniaturization of the instruments allowing its use in the office setting without anesthesia are considered game-changers. To date, it is feasible to retrieve a targeted eye specimen of endometrial tissue with little or no discomfort for the patient in the office setting. To pursue this aim, several technological upgrades have improved the diagnostic accuracy of hysteroscopic endometrial biopsy. In this paper we provide an up-to-date review of the latest evidence regarding indications, instrumentations, and techniques for hysteroscopic endometrial biopsy, to help the operator in providing an adequate endometrial sampling for histopathological analysis.
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- Salvatore Giovanni Vitale
- Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, Department of General Surgery and Medical Surgical Specialties, University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Endoscopy Unit at Centro Gutenberg, Malaga, Spain
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- Minimally Invasive Gynecology Unit, Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences Department, Miller School of Medicine, University of Miami, Miami, FL, USA
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- Hillel Yaffe Medical Center, Technion-Israel Technology Institute, Hadera, Israel
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- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Naples, Italy
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Kahramanoglu I. Hysteroscopic treatments for endometrial malignancies and premalignancies: state of the art. MINIM INVASIV THER 2021; 30:272-277. [PMID: 34289318 DOI: 10.1080/13645706.2021.1919904] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Endometrioid endometrial cancer (EEC) is the most common gynecologic malignancy worldwide. One in four cases will be diagnosed before menopause. Endometrial atypical hyperplasia (EAH) is a precursor of endometrial cancer and tends to occur at a young age. Those who have early stage, grade 1 EEC or EAH and wish to preserve their fertility can be managed with hormonal therapy. Hysteroscopic treatment in addition to progestin therapy has been used more commonly in the last decade. Herein, a review of available data on hysteroscopic treatment in EEC and EAH is presented.
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Vitale SG, Caruso S, Carugno J, Ciebiera M, Barra F, Ferrero S, Cianci A. Quality of life and sexuality of postmenopausal women with intrauterine pathologies: a recommended three-step multidisciplinary approach focusing on the role of hysteroscopy. MINIM INVASIV THER 2021; 30:317-325. [PMID: 34278934 DOI: 10.1080/13645706.2021.1910312] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Intrauterine pathologies are common in postmenopausal women and clinicians must identify signs and symptoms accurately to provide the adequate diagnosis and treatment. The quality of life (QoL) and sexuality of women are important outcomes to be considered to provide adequate clinical management of the postmenopausal patient with gynecologic pathologies. The aim of this paper is to propose a simple and replicable three-step multidisciplinary approach to evaluate the psychological outcomes of postmenopausal women with intrauterine pathologies, focusing on the role of hysteroscopy. In particular, the article describes three evaluation steps of those psychological outcomes corresponding to three fundamental moments of the patient's diagnostic and therapeutic path: the initial symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. In our viewpoint, the standard use of such a protocol might considerably improve the QoL of postmenopausal patients undergoing hysteroscopic procedures due to intrauterine pathologies.
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- Salvatore Giovanni Vitale
- Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, Department of General Surgery and Medical Surgical Specialties, University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, Department of General Surgery and Medical Surgical Specialties, University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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- Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences, University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA
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- Second Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Centre of Postgraduate Medical Education, Warsaw, Poland
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- Academic Unit of Obstetrics and Gynecology, IRCCS AOU San Martino - IST, Genoa, Italy.,Department of Neurosciences, Rehabilitation, Ophthalmology, Genetics, Maternal and Child Health (Dinogmi), University of Genoa, Genoa, Italy
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- Academic Unit of Obstetrics and Gynecology, IRCCS AOU San Martino - IST, Genoa, Italy.,Department of Neurosciences, Rehabilitation, Ophthalmology, Genetics, Maternal and Child Health (Dinogmi), University of Genoa, Genoa, Italy
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, Department of General Surgery and Medical Surgical Specialties, University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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- Salvatore Giovanni Vitale
- Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, Department of General Surgery and Medical Surgical Specialties, University of Catania, Italy
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Ludwin A, Lindheim SR, Booth R, Ludwin I. Removal of uterine polyps: clinical management and surgical approach. Climacteric 2021; 23:388-396. [PMID: 32648824 DOI: 10.1080/13697137.2020.1784870] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Endometrial polyps have a reported prevalence from 7.8% up to 30% and are one of the most cost-consuming gynecological conditions for our specialty. There are strong practitioner beliefs that surgical removal of endometrial polyps is highly beneficial, particularly for those with abnormal uterine bleeding and infertility. Additionally, polypectomy is indicated to reduce the risk of malignancy. Transvaginal ultrasound is the first-line diagnostic option for detection of endometrial polyps, while sonohysterography has similar accuracy as hysteroscopy in the diagnostic confirmation. Blind dilatation and curettage is not recommended for polyp removal; rather, hysteroscopy in the operating room and office setting using small-diameter hysteroscopic equipment is the standard approach. This can be performed without anesthesia in most women. While hysteroscopy is an effective method for polypectomy with a low complication rate, it is unknown whether this is truly beneficial for reproductive-age women with infertility and prior assisted reproduction therapy. The risk of malignancy in women with postmenopausal bleeding justifies the necessity of polypectomy with histologic tissue examination. In asymptomatic women, the risk of malignancy is low, and there are no known benefits of polyp removal in the prevention of malignant transformation. Cost-effective studies remain to be done to provide us with the optimal approach to endometrial polyps including the management of asymptomatic and/or infertile women, ideal location including office-based or the operating room setting, complication prevention including intrauterine adhesions, and recurrence issues.
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- A Ludwin
- Department of Gynecology and Oncology, Jagiellonian University, Krakow, Poland.,Ludwin & Ludwin Gynecology, Private Medical Center, Krakow, Poland.,Centermed - Private Hospital and Clinic, Krakow, Poland
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Wright State University, Boonshoft School of Medicine, Dayton, Ohio, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Wright State University, Boonshoft School of Medicine, Dayton, Ohio, USA
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- Department of Gynecology and Oncology, Jagiellonian University, Krakow, Poland.,Ludwin & Ludwin Gynecology, Private Medical Center, Krakow, Poland.,Centermed - Private Hospital and Clinic, Krakow, Poland
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DE Angelis MC, DI Spiezio Sardo A, Carugno J, Manzi A, Sorrentino F, Nappi L. Fertility outcomes after hysteroscopic removal of intrauterine leiomyomas and polyps. Minerva Obstet Gynecol 2021; 74:3-11. [PMID: 33876900 DOI: 10.23736/s2724-606x.21.04739-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Thanks to the progress of science, it is now understood that a successful implantation not only depends on the quality of the embryo, but also on having a receptive endometrium. During the years, several authors have reviewed the important role of the uterine factor, ranging from the congenital anomalies, such as uterine septa and subsepta, and acquired conditions such as endometrial polyps and submucous myomas. Currently, hysteroscopy has proved to be a powerful and accurate tool for visualizing the uterine cavity and treating intrauterine pathologies. EVIDENCE ACQUISITION This review of the literature aims to report the current available data on the effects of the two most common endouterine pathologies (i.e. endometrial polyps and submucous myomas) and the impact of hysteroscopic removal on fertility outcomes. EVIDENCE SYNTHESIS To date, the low number of randomized controlled trials available does not yet make it possible to give a definitive answer on what are the reproductive outcomes following treatment of endometrial polyps and leiomyomas. Nevertheless, existing evidence points to a benefit of removal of this two pathologies in infertile women, mostly when they have a history of recurrent pregnancy loss. CONCLUSIONS Further studies are needed to demonstrate that surgical treatments of endometrial polyps and myomas could improve not only the morphology but also the function of the uterine cavity before undergoing any assisted fertility treatment.
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- Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences Department, University of Miami, Miami, FL, USA
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- Department of Neurologic, Reproductive, and Odontostomatologic Sciences, Federico II University, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, Institute of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Foggia, Foggia, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, Institute of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Foggia, Foggia, Italy
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Capozzi VA, Rosati A, Rumolo V, Ferrari F, Gullo G, Karaman E, Karaaslan O, HacioĞlu L. Novelties of ultrasound imaging for endometrial cancer preoperative workup. Minerva Med 2020; 112:3-11. [PMID: 33205640 DOI: 10.23736/s0026-4806.20.07125-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Endometrial cancer (EC) is the most frequent gynecological cancer. Transvaginal ultrasound (TVU) plays a leading role in the preoperative workup and often is the first diagnostic instrumental examination. Despite expert hands' ultrasound is recommended to assess myometrial invasion in early stage EC, this method is a strictly operator-dependent examination, and varying degrees of sensitivity and specificity have been reported. The present review aims to provide an update of ultrasound imaging in the preoperative work-up for EC patients. EVIDENCE ACQUISITION A double-blind search was performed from May to September 2020. The following keywords: "ultrasound," "transvaginal ultrasound" and "endometrial cancer" were searched in Pubmed search engines, Scopus, and Web of Science. The Prisma statement was followed for the selection of the articles included. EVIDENCE SYNTHESIS The initial search provided 958 studies, of which 11 were included in the analysis. non-English articles, not relevant to the purposes of this study, case reports and articles with fewer than 40 cases were excluded. CONCLUSIONS TVU sensitivity and specificity in myometrial infiltration and cervical invasion is comparable to MRI but has lower costs, greater patient tolerability, and does not require contrast agents. An expert operator should perform the ultrasound examination in patients with suspected EC The presence of myometrial lesions, such as leiomyomas, could lower the diagnostic accuracy of ultrasound, so special attention should be paid to patients with concomitant uterine lesions.
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- Vito A Capozzi
- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, University of Parma, Parma, Italy
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- Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Women and Children's Health, IRCCS A. Gemelli University Polyclinic Foundation, Rome, Italy
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- Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Women and Children's Health, IRCCS A. Gemelli University Polyclinic Foundation, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Women's and Reproductive Health, University of Oxford, Headington, Oxford, UK
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, AOOR Villa Sofia Cervello, IVF Public Center, Palermo, Italy
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- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Faculty of Medicine, Yuzuncu Yil University, Van, Turkey -
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- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Faculty of Medicine, Yuzuncu Yil University, Van, Turkey
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- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Faculty of Medicine, Yuzuncu Yil University, Van, Turkey
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De Franciscis P, Schiattarella A, Riemma G, Labriola D, Ambrosio D, Vitale SG, Cianci A, Cucinella G, Calagna G, Colacurci N. Hysteroscopic and ultrasonographic evaluation of ulipristal acetate treatment for symptomatic myomas in premenopausal women: a prospective study. MINIM INVASIV THER 2020; 31:435-440. [PMID: 33043778 DOI: 10.1080/13645706.2020.1829648] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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OBJECTIVE This study aimed to analyze the effects of a six-month therapy with ulipristal acetate (UPA) on myoma size and endometrial thickness in premenopausal women. MATERIAL AND METHODS Seventy-four women undergoing conservative therapy with UPA were enrolled for this study. All women underwent transvaginal ultrasound evaluation to assess the endometrial thickness, and the number and size of myomas at the beginning and after six months. Hysteroscopy and biopsy were performed after six months, if necessary. RESULTS After six months of treatment, sonographic examination showed a statistically significant (p < .05) reduction of the size of the largest myoma (56.3 ± 5.1 vs. 31.7 ± 10.1 mm) and a statistically significant (p < .05) increase in endometrial thickness (5.9 ± 2.1 vs. 9.7 ± 3.4 mm). Twenty-two patients with endometrial thickness >10 mm or nonhomogeneous pattern and ten patients with metrorrhagia underwent hysteroscopy: the most frequent finding was the combination of endometrial hypotrophy, floating surface, and chicken-wire vascular pattern aspect (14 cases, 43.7%). Histologic findings showed no case of complex hyperplasia. CONCLUSION UPA is a safe, effective and assured method to decrease symptoms, reduce the need for surgery in premenopausal women suitable for the treatment.
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- Pasquale De Franciscis
- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Naples, Italy
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, Department of General Surgery and Medical Surgical Specialties, University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, Department of General Surgery and Medical Surgical Specialties, University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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- Gynecology and Obstetrics Unit, Villa Sofia-Cervello Hospital, University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy
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- Gynecology and Obstetrics Unit, Villa Sofia-Cervello Hospital, University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy
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- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Naples, Italy
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Gitas G, Alkatout I, Allahqoli L, Rody A, Ertan AK, Grimbizis G, Baum S. Severe direct and indirect complications of morcellation after hysterectomy or myomectomy. MINIM INVASIV THER 2020; 31:418-425. [DOI: 10.1080/13645706.2020.1802292] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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- Georgios Gitas
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital Schleswig Holstein, Luebeck, Germany
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital Schleswig Holstein, Campus Kiel, Kiel, Germany
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- Endometriosis Research Center, Iran University of Medical Sciences (IUMS), Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital Schleswig Holstein, Luebeck, Germany
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Leverkusen Municipal Hospital, Leverkusen, Germany
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- First Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital Schleswig Holstein, Luebeck, Germany
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Vitale SG, Riemma G, Ciebiera M, Cianci S. Hysteroscopic treatment of submucosal fibroids in perimenopausal women: when, why, and how? Climacteric 2020; 23:355-359. [DOI: 10.1080/13697137.2020.1754390] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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- S. G. Vitale
- Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, Department of General Surgery and Medical Surgical Specialties, University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, University of Campania ‘Luigi Vanvitelli’, Naples, Italy
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- Second Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Center of Postgraduate Medical Education, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, University of Campania ‘Luigi Vanvitelli’, Naples, Italy
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Manchanda R, Valenti G, Rathore A, Carugno J, Török P, Riemma G, De Angelis MC, Vilos GA, Pacheco LA, Vitale SG. Distension media delivery systems in hysteroscopy: past, present and future. MINIM INVASIV THER 2020; 31:1-12. [DOI: 10.1080/13645706.2020.1763402] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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- Rahul Manchanda
- Department of Gynae Endoscopy, Manchanda’s Endoscopic Centre, Pushawati Singhania Research Institute, Delhi, India
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, Department of General Surgery and Medical Surgical Specialties, University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Minimally Invasive Gynecology and Robotic Unit, University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Debrecen Clinical Center, Debrecen, Hungary
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- Department of Women, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, University of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurologic, Reproductive, and Odontostomatologic Sciences, Federico II University, Naples, Italy
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- The Fertility Clinic, London Health Sciences Centre, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Western University, Ontario, Canada
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, Department of General Surgery and Medical Surgical Specialties, University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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Riemma G, Schiattarella A, Colacurci N, Vitale SG, Cianci S, Cianci A, De Franciscis P. Pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain relief for office hysteroscopy: an up-to-date review. Climacteric 2020; 23:376-383. [PMID: 32396751 DOI: 10.1080/13697137.2020.1754388] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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In-office hysteroscopy is considered the standard technique for visualization of the uterine cavity and the diagnosis of intrauterine pathologies. Moreover, nowadays, it is possible to treat a vast number of intracavitary diseases in the office, without the need for the inpatient setting. However, in some cases, pain might occur, and this is the most common reason for not completing the procedure. Over the last 20 years, many efforts have been carried out to miniaturize the instrumentation and to improve the techniques in order to avoid discomfort. Nonetheless, hysteroscopy still provokes distress for many patients. For this reason, pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments for intraoperative and postoperative pain relief have been widely used for in-office hysteroscopy, with different results in various groups of women. The purpose of this review was to analyze the current literature on pharmacological aids (non-steroidal anti inflammatory drugs, cyclooxygenase-2 inhibitors, antispasmodics, local anesthetics, prostaglandins, opioids) and non-pharmacological interventions (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, uterine stretching, uterine pressure, warming of distension medium, hypnosis, music, vocal-local) and to evaluate their impact on the relief from pain experienced during in-office hysteroscopy.
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- G Riemma
- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, University of Campania 'Luigi Vanvitelli', Naples, Italy
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- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, University of Campania 'Luigi Vanvitelli', Naples, Italy
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- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, University of Campania 'Luigi Vanvitelli', Naples, Italy
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- Department of General Surgery and Medical Surgical Specialties, University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, University of Campania 'Luigi Vanvitelli', Naples, Italy
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- Department of General Surgery and Medical Surgical Specialties, University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, University of Campania 'Luigi Vanvitelli', Naples, Italy
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