Endosure Patient Leaflet
Please read carefully, and if you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re here to help.
What Happens During your EndoSure Test
- The entire procedure takes approximately 60 minutes and requires no special preparation or any anaesthesia.
- You are requested to use the bathroom prior to the start of the test as you are unable to move once the test begins.
- You will be asked to remain in a comfortable reclining position for the duration of the test. Loose-fitting clothing should be worn.
- Your phone must be switched off but you may listen to music via headphones.
- Three electrodes are placed on the skin of the abdomen and will remain in place for the duration of the test (shaving isn’t likely but may be required) and take approximately 10 minutes to settle. A respiratory belt is also applied. During this time you will complete a questionnaire.
- An equipment test is performed for a maximum of 5 minutes. A baseline trace of your gastrointestinal electrical signals is then taken over 10 minutes in the pre-stimulation period.
- You will be asked to drink water during a five-minute period of time until you feel full.
- The gastrointestinal electrical signals are then recorded for 30 minutes in the post stimulation period, after which the electrodes are removed and the test is complete.
- Depending on the clinic, results may be given the same day or in a follow up consultation with the endometriosis specialist
Preparation for Your Test
| 3 Days Before Your Test | No nausea, motility or spasmodic medication – Please see * below for details (if unsure, Please check with the clinic or contact one of the EndoSure Team directly) |
| 2 Days Before Your Test | No opioid medications if possible |
| 8 Hours Before Your Test | NO FOOD OR DRINK. If required, small sips of water are allowed up until 2 hours before the test |
| 2 Hours Before Your Test | NIL BY MOUTH |
* Prokinetic medications such as Reglan (metoclopramide), erythromycin, Motilium (domperidone), Bethanechol and antispasmodic medications such as Bentyl (dicyclomine), Donnatal, Levsin (hyoscyamine), or Robinul should be discontinued 3 days prior to the test. Pain medications can also slow down the intestine and can affect this test. These include: Demerol, codeine, morphine, Oxycontin, Percocet, Percodan. These medications should be stopped for two days (48 hours) prior to this test. This list is not exhaustive, if in doubt check with the clinical staff when making the appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
The EndoSure Test is a diagnostic tool for endometriosis that uses findings that come from an EVG (electroviscerogram). It is a simple, non-invasive and painless procedure similar to an ECG (electrocardiogram). Whilst an ECG measures the electrical activity of your heart, an EVG measures the electrical activity of your stomach and intestinal tract.
An EVG is used to help diagnose disorders which effect the contraction of the small intestine. These contractions are very irregular with high frequency gastrointestinal electrical signals, which correlates with the presence of endometriosis
There are are no risks associated with this test. There are no components of the test equipment which are harmful.
Please alert the person performing the test if you have any allergies to adhesives.
Take critical medicines, such as those for your heart, blood pressure, breathing, or seizures, with sips of water no later than 2 hours before the test.
Please avoid taking the test if you have had bowel surgery within the last six months or if you have had an intestinal infection within the last two months. If unsure, speak with the clinic or member of the team ahead of the test.
There is no pain associated with this test. The test is completely non invasive. In fact, there are no needles, or the need to obtain samples of your blood or tissues. There are no medications required nor anaesthesia or sedation
Your Endosure Journey – In 5 Simple Steps
At Midlands Women’s Health, we pride ourselves on providing a quick, efficient, and thorough process to help you get the answers you need. Here’s how it works:
- Book Your Appointment
Contact our friendly team to schedule your Endosure Test at a date and time that works best for you. - Complete the Pre-Test Questionnaire
You’ll be asked to fill in an Endometriosis Questionnaire before your appointment. This valuable information helps our Consultant better interpret your test results. - Attend Your Appointment
On the day, your specialist technician will carry out the Endosure Test and can provide you with your preliminary results immediately. - Consultant Review and Clinical Report
Our Gynaecology Consultant and Endometriosis Specialist will carefully review your test results alongside your completed questionnaire. Your report will include insights into the likelihood of endometriosis, the level of disease (if present), and recommended next steps for treatment. - 5. Receive Your Report
Your detailed clinical report will be sent to you within 5 working days of your appointment.
If you’d like to discuss your results further, we’re happy to arrange a follow-up with one of our clinicians.
Simply get in touch once you’ve received your report, and we’ll take care of the rest.
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