Pharmacologic Interventions for Endometriosis-Related Pain: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

Department of Pharmacy, Zigong Maternal and Child Health Care Hospital, Zigong; and Department of Pharmacy, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University; and School of Pharmacy, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan, China (Abstracted from Obstet Gynecol 2025;146(2):e23–e35) An estimated 10% to 15% of women who are of reproductive age are affected by endometriosis, defined as abnormal growth of endometrium-like tissue outside of the uterus. Symptoms can include cyclical or noncyclical abdominal pain, pain during intercourse, excessive menstruation, infertility, and others. Plain Language SummaryEndometriosis is a condition affecting 10% to 15% of women of reproductive age, where tissue similar to the lining inside the uterus grows outside it. This can lead to various symptoms such as abdominal pain, painful intercourse, heavy periods, and infertility. Understanding these symptoms is crucial for diagnosis and management, as they can significantly impact a woman's quality of life and reproductive health. Text is machine generated and may contain inaccuracies. FAQ