Serum and Peritoneal Fluid Bank for Endometriosis Markers
Completed
- Conditions
- Endometriosis
- Registration Number
- NCT00194233
- Lead Sponsor
- University of Pennsylvania
- Brief Summary
The purpose of this study is to investigate differences in protein expression profiles of blood and peritoneal fluid samples obtained from patients who do, and those who do not, have endometriosis seen during laparoscopic surgery. These profiles may include both known and novel markers for diagnosing endometriosis.
- Detailed Description
Not available
Recruitment & Eligibility
- Status
- COMPLETED
- Sex
- Female
- Target Recruitment
- 300
Inclusion Criteria
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Undergoing laparoscopic surgery for one of the following indications:
- infertility
- pain
- tubal sterilization
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For cases, visualization of endometriosis
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For controls, absence of endometriosis
Exclusion Criteria
- None
Study & Design
- Study Type
- OBSERVATIONAL
- Study Design
- Not specified
- Primary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method
- Secondary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method
Trial Locations
- Locations (1)
University of Pennsylvania Reproductive Research Unit
🇺🇸Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States