In Aotearoa New Zealand, there are limited data on ethnicity-specific prevalence and management of endometriosis and persistent pelvic pain. In the international literature, there appears to be a wide variation …
An estimated 190 million women are affected by endometriosis worldwide yet delays in diagnosis and treatment and validation of patient symptoms remain significant barriers to care. While a lack of …
To examine endometriosis-related content on Instagram, a platform increasingly used for health communication, to understand: 1) the identity of Instagram content creators; 2) themes, tones, and emotions evoked from posts; …
Ten per cent of women of reproductive age suffer from endometriosis, a painful and incurable disease that leaves women with severe implications for their health and overall well-being. Due to …
Despite high incidence of endometriosis internationally and domestically, many patients wait a decade after symptom onset for an accurate diagnosis. This article suggests why diagnostic criteria should be clarified and …
Reproductive endocrine disorders, including infertility, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and endometriosis, significantly impact women's reproductive health and overall well-being. This comprehensive review explores the diagnosis and management strategies for these …
Multimorbidity, meaning multiple long-term conditions impacting a person's health, has become a rising societal and public health issue. The article contributes to the sociological study of chronic illness and multimorbidity …
Appendiceal intussusception is a rare condition characterized by the invagination of the appendix into the base of the cecum. In some cases, this condition can lead to obstruction, ischemia, and …
Early pregnancy care involves the screening and identification of women with risk factors for adverse pregnancy outcomes, including stillbirth or preterm birth, to tailor pregnancy care and interventions accordingly. Most …
Women with endometriosis have more hospitalisations compared to those without the condition. However, no longitudinal study has examined hospital admission rates and lengths of stay before and after diagnosis. We …