"What we're really focusing on is reducing the delay in diagnosis. Patients who are suffering from symptoms that are suggestive of endometriosis will reach that diagnosis sooner. Non-invasive tests, such as the ones we are investigating as part of this trial, will be much more helpful in diagnosing endometriosis and giving patients access to timely treatment."
"The pattern or frequency of this activity has been shown to be specific or unique to the patients with endometriosis. Small electrodes placed on the abdomen detected the activity of the muscle of the small intestine, providing a diagnostic method that does not require surgical intervention."
"Endometriosis affects about one in 10 women, but can take years to be diagnosed and surgery is usually required to confirm a diagnosis. The NHS defines endometriosis as a chronic, often painful condition where tissue similar to the lining of the womb grows outside of it, commonly on pelvic organs like ovaries and fallopian tubes."
Worcestershire Acute NHS Trust is conducting the first NHS clinical trial to evaluate a non-invasive test for endometriosis diagnosis. The condition affects approximately one in ten women but typically requires surgery for confirmation, causing significant diagnostic delays. The trial uses small electrodes placed on the abdomen to detect unique patterns of small intestine muscle activity specific to endometriosis patients. Consultant gynaecologist Donna Ghosh leads the research, which began in November. This non-invasive approach aims to provide earlier diagnosis and timely treatment access, addressing the current reliance on surgical intervention that has delayed diagnoses across the UK.
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