Guideline No. 422f: Menopause and Breast Cancer
Michelle Jacobson1, Kelsey Mills2, Gillian Graves3
1Toronto, ON.
Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada : JOGC = Journal D'Obstetrique Et Gynecologie Du Canada : JOGC
|December 13, 2021
Summary
This guide offers evidence-based strategies to enhance care for perimenopausal and postmenopausal women. Healthcare providers can use these recommendations to improve patient outcomes and treatment choices for menopause-related symptoms.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Medicine
- Women's Health
- Evidence-Based Medicine
Background:
- Menopause significantly impacts women's health, necessitating updated clinical guidelines.
- Current medical literature provides evolving insights into managing menopausal symptoms and associated morbidities.
Framework:
- Utilized a comprehensive literature search of PubMed, MEDLINE, and Cochrane Library (2002-2020).
- Employed the Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE) approach for evidence quality and recommendation strength.
Implementation:
- Strategies are designed for direct application by healthcare providers to perimenopausal and postmenopausal women.
- Information empowers patients with choices for symptom management, including non-treatment options.
Implications:
- Aims to improve the quality of care and patient satisfaction for women experiencing menopause.
- Facilitates informed decision-making regarding therapeutic options for menopause management.
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