Introducing the International Deep Endometriosis Analysis Group Ultrasound Evaluation for Pre-Operative Planning

Abstract

Study Objective

To review the steps of the International Deep Endometriosis Analysis (IDEA) ultrasound protocol for integration in preoperative planning, identify findings that may be present on endometriosis ultrasound evaluation, and discuss the benefits of pre-operative mapping of endometriosis on ultrasound.

Design

Video presentation.

Setting

Endometriosis surgical center.

Patients or Participants

Patients with clinical signs and symptoms of endometriosis or adenomyosis.

Interventions

IDEA ultrasound evaluation for surgical planning.

Measurements and Main Results

N/A.

Conclusion

Transvaginal ultrasound can be used to understand the location and severity of endometriosis prior to surgery. This allows the surgeon to anticipate the stage of disease, individualize patient counseling, and assemble the appropriate multi-disciplinary team for a single well-planned surgery with optimal surgical outcomes.