Andrew M. Kaunitz

Sponsoring Organization: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)BackgroundChronic pelvic pain (CPP; defined as pain originating from

Chronic pelvic pain (CPP) can have unpleasant behavioral, sexual, and emotional sequelae. Although gabapentin is recommended for treating women with

Pinkerton, JoAnn V. MD, FACOG, NCMP; Kaunitz, Andrew M. MD, FACOG, NCMP; Manson, JoAnn E. MD, DrPH, FACP, NCMP

In 2008, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists issued guidance discouraging routine oophorectomy at the time of hysterectomy for benign disease in premenopausal women (Obstet Gynecol 2008; 111:231). In 2012, investigators …

The use of the levonorgestrel intrauterine device effectively treats heavy menstrual bleeding even when associated with adenomyosis or leiomyomas and is as effective as endometrial ablation in reducing heavy menstrual bleeding. This informa…

Chronic pelvic pain in women is a common condition that impairs quality of life and often necessitates diagnostic laparoscopy. Nerves in the

Endometriosis is a common, chronic condition, and new treatment strategies offering improved pain reduction or better tolerability would be welcome. These investigators examined the efficacy of an aromatase inhibitor for treating pelvic pai…

Secondary dysmenorrhea (acquired menstrual pain) is the most common symptom caused by endometriosis. Although cyclic use of oral contraceptives (OCs) reduces such pain, dysmenorrhea often recurs during the pill-free week. In this single-cen…

Injectable contraceptions appeal to women who value the efficacy, convenience, and safety provided by this reversible birth control option. Since FDA approval for contraceptive use in 1992, depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA)--already …