I am a
Home I AM A Search Login

Papers of the Week


Papers: 7 Sep 2024 - 13 Sep 2024


2024 Sep


Health Technol Assess


39259620


28


55

Preventing recurrence of endometriosis-related pain by means of long-acting progestogen therapy: the PRE-EMPT RCT.

Authors

Cooper KG, Bhattacharya S, Daniels JP, Cheed V, Gennard L, Leighton L, Pirie D, Melyda M, Monahan M, Weckesser A, Roberts T, Denny E, Ocansey L, Stubbs C, Cox E, Jones G, Clark TJ, Saridogan E, Gupta JK, Critchley HO, Horne A, Middleton LJ

Abstract

Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women, many of whom have surgery for persistent pain. Recurrence of symptoms following an operation is common. Although hormonal treatment can reduce this risk, there is uncertainty about the best option.