Consensus on current management of endometriosis

Area of Science:

• Reproductive Medicine
• Gynecology
• Women's Health

Background:

• Endometriosis management varies globally, with a mix of evidence-based and unsubstantiated approaches.
• Existing guidelines face limitations due to a lack of robust evidence, leading to persistent uncertainties.

Framework:

• A global consensus meeting was convened, involving a rigorous pre- and post-meeting process.
• Fifty-six representatives from 34 national and international organizations participated, spanning medical and non-medical fields.

Implementation:

• Sixty-nine consensus statements were developed, covering global considerations, organizational roles, and lifelong impacts of endometriosis.
• Statements addressed treatment options for pain, infertility, and associated symptoms.

Implications:

• This represents the first global consortium to systematically evaluate endometriosis management evidence.
• Inclusion of patient advocacy groups ensured input from women experiencing endometriosis, enhancing patient-centered care.