Mona Lisa Smile Intermediate Meeting, December 2023

La malattia può colpire fin dall’adolescenza, ma spesso viene diagnosticata con molti anni di ritardo. Il progetto Erasmus+ guidato dall’Università di Bologna ha ideato un corso gratuito a distanza per formare i medici al riconoscimento tempestivo della patologia.

The 3 days were held in Siena, 30h November - 2nd December 2023 organized by the local group led by prof. Errico Zupi of the University of Siena with the participation of Italian and international speakers and moderators who are experts in this field from UNIBO and IRCCS Bologna. Participants will have the opportunity to broaden their skills on adenomyosis and abnormal uterine bleeding, acquiring the most recent knowledge on diagnostic-therapeutic management.

The aim of the course was to set out towards the sinuous world of Pelvic Pain, to explore its intricacies, from many points of view. To obtain a panoramic vision and enhance the cultural itinerary of those who, like us, believe in the boundless diagnostic potential of ultrasound.

The “FOCUS #ENDOMETRIOSIS” Congress was held last November 28th in Modena, directed by Dr. Carlo Alboni and addressed to gynecologists, doctors in training, nurses and midwives involved in the management of endometriosis pathology, in order to delve into guidelines and diagnostic methods and management and learn about updates relating to the disease.

Video filming continues in Bologna where the project coordinator UNIBO is preparing, together with the partnership of the other universities and hospitals, the launch of the MOOC.

Endometriosis is a chronic benign disease characterized by the presence of endometrial tissue outside the uterus. It affects 10% of reproductive-aged women worldwide, with a huge negative impact on their daily life activities, emotional wellbeing and social relations. Moreover, it represents an economic burden, both for patients and healthcare systems. Despite the wide diffusion and increasing healthcare awareness of the disease, the diagnostic delay is still a reason for concern. Globally, the delay from symptom onset to diagnosis is currently estimated at 7-11 years.