AAGL
View all recommendations from this societyNovember 15, 2017; Updated October 11, 2019
Avoid removal of endometrial polyps without direct visualization when hysteroscopic guidance is available and can be safely performed.
Endometrial polyps are a common gynecologic disease. Though conservative management may be appropriate in some patients, hysteroscopic polypectomy is the mainstay of treatment. Removal without the aid of direct visualization should be avoided due to its low sensitivity and negative predictive value of successful removal compared to hysteroscopic polypectomy.
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How The List Was Created
As an international leader in the advancement of minimally invasive surgery, AAGL relies on its society members and board to determine the various needs and best practices to promote safe, higher quality care to patients. The list of things to question provided to the Choosing Widely campaign was submitted to the AAGL Board, who developed a subcommittee dedicated to analyzing the recommended interventions. The subcommittee of expert surgeons in the field of minimally invasive surgery recommended and developed a more effective use of health care resources, along with safe techniques to practice. The submitted list was reviewed and approved by the AAGL Board.
Sources
AAGL Practice Report: Practice Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Management of Endometrial Polyps. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, Vol 19, No 1, January/February 2012.
Bettocchi et al. Diagnostic Inadequacy of Dilatation & Curettage, Fertil Steril 2001;75:803-805.
Svirsky R et al. Can We Rely on Blind Endometrial Biopsy for Detection of Focal Intrauterine Pathology?, Am J Obstet Gynecol 2008;199:115.e1-115.e3.
