Histopathological assessment of endometrial biopsies, their indication and associated factors among women attending Moi teaching and referral hospital, Kenya

Abstract

Endometrial diseases are among the most common gynecological disorders affecting women both globally and locally; accounting for 60% of global maternal deaths. Kenya is ranked thirteenth out of 181 countries with the highest maternal mortality globally. Endometrial disorders such as hyperplasia’s, neoplastic, inflammatory and pregnancy related conditions of the endometrium have been reported to increase with demographic traits such as maternal age and parity. Other risk factors for endometrial disorders include changes in lifestyle, increase in lifespan and the use of hormonal replacement therapy among post-menopausal women. Histopathological evaluation of endometrial samples is a vital tool for early diagnosis of endometrial disorders.