Question
What are the consequences of elevated CA125 levels on the body? Specifically, what kind of impact does it have on the uterus?
Answer
The increase in CA125 levels has various effects on different aspects of the body. In the menstrual and follicular phases, an elevated proportion of CA125 helps improve the diagnosis rate of early uterine endometriosis. Additionally, the elevation of CA125 is associated with the severity of pelvic adhesions; higher numbers indicate more severe adhesions, which may increase surgical difficulty. After surgery or medication treatment, a significantly reduced CA125 level before surgery suggests a successful treatment. However, if CA125 levels elevate again in the long term, it may indicate a recurrence of the condition. Abnormally elevated CA125 levels in the blood also warrant caution regarding the possibility of malignant transformation.