Evaluating MRI Techniques for Diagnosing Deep Endometriosis

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study focuses on assessing the diagnostic accuracy of advanced MRI techniques in patients diagnosed with deep endometriosis who are candidates for surgical treatment. It aims to explore innovative methods such as augmented reality, tractography, 3D-modelling, and radiomics to enhance pre-operative planning. By utilizing these cutting-edge imaging techniques, the study seeks to improve the personalization of treatment approaches for affected patients. The research will involve patients aged 18 to 40 who have been clinically diagnosed with deep endometriosis and require further MRI evaluation.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Clinical and ultrasound diagnosis of deep endometriosis, with or without ovarian endometriosis, with indication for MRI for further diagnosis and subsequent candidate for laparoscopic surgical treatment of the pathology
* Age between 18 and 40 years
* Obtaining informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Previous abdominal surgery
* Personal history of malignancy (current or previous)
* Chronic inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease, Ulcerative Rectocolitis, Indeterminate Colitis), interstitial cystitis
* Personal history of Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID), active or previous
* Previous radiotherapy/chemotherapy
* Radiculopathy, herniated discs, spinal abnormalities and pathologies
* Laparotomic conversion during surgery

Where it's running

• IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna
  Bologna, Bologna, Italy Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Renato Seracchioli, MD — IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna
• Study coordinator: Renato Seracchioli, MD
• Email: renato.seracchioli@aosp.bo.it
• Phone: +390512143944

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.