The Relationship Between the Elastic Properties and Pain Pressure Threshold in Cesarean Scar Tissue—An Observational Study
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Materia
cesarean section elastography algometry
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2024-10-31Referencia bibliográfica
González Muñoz, A. & Pruimboom, L. & Navarro Ledesma, S. Healthcare 2024, 12, 2166. [https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare12212166]
Resumen
Background/Objectives: Cesarean section (C-section) scars can lead to chronic pain due
to changes in tissue properties. Combining elastography and algometry can assess these scars
comprehensively by identifying areas of increased rigidity and quantifying pain sensitivity. This
study aims to evaluate the efficacy of using elastography and algometry together to assess cesarean
scar tissue, correlating tissue stiffness with pain thresholds for targeted pain management. Methods:
Thirty-one non-pregnant women who had undergone a C-section between six months and two years
prior participated. Elastography measured tissue stiffness, while algometry provided quantitative
measures of pain sensitivity on and around the scar. The correlation between tissue stiffness and pain
thresholds was analyzed. Results: Elastography identified areas of increased rigidity within the scar
tissue, which corresponded with lower pain thresholds measured by algometry, indicating higher
pain sensitivity. A significant correlation was found between increased tissue stiffness and reduced
pain thresholds (p < 0.05). Conclusions: Combining elastography and algometry offers a powerful
diagnostic tool for evaluating C-section scars. This approach identifies areas that may benefit from
targeted pain management interventions, enhancing understanding and treatment of pain associated
with cesarean scars. Incorporating these techniques into clinical practice could improve patient
outcomes and quality of life.