What is the best management of endometriosis pain in the emergency department?

This paper evaluates the most effective strategies for managing acute pain associated with endometriosis within an emergency department setting. It highlights that non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and nerve blocks are viable interventions, with nerve blocks providing a beneficial opioid-sparing alternative for immediate relief. The authors note that while these methods address acute symptoms, long-term management through hormonal therapy is better suited for outpatient care rather than emergency intervention. This paper is centrally about endometriosis — specifically focusing on the acute pain management protocols in emergency departments.

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