Focus for the future: tackling the 'pelvic pain' problem in gynecologic practice--an interactive session

James J. Walker, J J Walker
International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics · 2001 · vol. 74(S1) , pp. S25–30 · doi:10.1016/s0020-7292(01)00462-3 · PMID:11549397 · W2045483184
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An interactive session at the XVI FIGO World Congress discussed an algorithmic protocol for chronic pelvic pain and endometriosis, with audience response showing varied adoption likelihood but significant doubt among some attendees.

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Abstract

OBJECTIVE: The clinical management of women with chronic pelvic pain (CPP) and endometriosis involves important issues that exist at the interface between these two conditions. METHODS: To address these issues, an interactive session was convened to discuss an empiric algorithmic protocol for the clinical management of CPP and endometriosis presented during the Takeda-sponsored session as part of the XVI FIGO World Congress of Gynecology and Obstetrics and to monitor the audience response to this approach. RESULTS: Approximately one-third of the audience responded that they would definitely try this method, approximately 18% were already using it, and approximately 21% would be fairly likely to try it. Thirty percent of the audience was not convinced that the empiric approach is the best management strategy. CONCLUSION: The advantages of this management strategy should be carefully considered, and discussed with colleagues who do think it is the reasonable treatment approach in selected cases.

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endometriosischronic_pelvic_pain

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Algorithms Algorithms Endometriosis Gynecology Pelvic Pain Endometriosis Endometriosis Female Female Gynecology Gynecology Humans Humans Pelvic Pain Pelvic Pain

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