Jove
Visualize
Contact Us

Related Experiment Videos

The North American Menopause Society develops consensus opinions

P P Boggs, W H Utian

    Menopause (New York, N.Y.)
    |August 5, 1998
    PubMed
    Summary

    This NAMS Consensus Opinion synthesizes expert literature and clinical experience to provide guidance on menopause care. It offers recommendations for healthcare providers managing the daily influx of women entering menopause.

    Related Concept Videos

    You might also read

    Related Articles

    Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

    Sort by
    Same author

    Impact of estetrol (E4) on hemostasis, metabolism and bone turnover in postmenopausal women.

    Climacteric : the journal of the International Menopause Society·2022
    Same author

    Menopausal hormone therapy for primary prevention: why the USPSTF is wrong.

    Climacteric : the journal of the International Menopause Society·2017
    Same author

    Attitudes and approaches to vaginal atrophy in postmenopausal women: a focus group qualitative study.

    Climacteric : the journal of the International Menopause Society·2013
    Same author

    A decade post WHI, menopausal hormone therapy comes full circle--need for independent commission.

    Climacteric : the journal of the International Menopause Society·2012
    Same author

    Effects of arzoxifene on bone mineral density and endometrium in postmenopausal women with normal or low bone mass.

    The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism·2009
    Same author

    The International Menopause Society menopause-related terminology definitions.

    Climacteric : the journal of the International Menopause Society·2002
    JoVE
    x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
    ABOUT JoVE
    OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
    AUTHORS
    Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
    LIBRARIANS
    TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
    RESEARCH
    JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
    EDUCATION
    JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
    Terms & Conditions of Use
    Privacy Policy
    Policies

    Area of Science:

    • Reproductive Endocrinology
    • Women's Health
    • Clinical Practice Guidelines

    Background:

    • The North American Menopause Society (NAMS) convened a panel of distinguished experts to develop consensus recommendations.
    • The panel evaluated extensive published literature and clinical experience to inform their conclusions.
    • This process ensures that NAMS official materials benefit from the Society's considerable expertise.

    Discussion:

    • The NAMS Consensus Opinion represents a carefully considered approach to menopause management, though not necessarily the only valid one.
    • Expert consensus was achieved through rigorous evaluation of scientific evidence and clinical practice.
    • The recommendations are intended to assist healthcare specialists in caring for the significant population of women experiencing menopause.

    Key Insights:

    • Expert consensus on menopause care is derived from a synthesis of current literature and clinical experience.
    • Official NAMS materials undergo thorough drafting and review by Society experts.
    • The consensus aims to provide practical guidance for healthcare providers serving women transitioning through menopause.

    Outlook:

    • Future NAMS opinions will consider reader feedback to refine presentation and content.
    • Continued dialogue and engagement with healthcare providers and the public will shape evolving menopause care recommendations.
    • The Society encourages ongoing comments to foster a dynamic approach to disseminating expert opinion.

    Related Experiment Videos