Endometriosis

Researchers from Harvard University Detail New Studies and Findings in the Area of Endometriosis

Published in Women's Health Weekly, May 3rd, 2012

2012 MAY 3 -- In this recently published study, investigators in Boston, Massachusetts conducted a study "To evaluate the efficacy and tolerability of norethindrone acetate (NA) as single-agent hormonal therapy for suppression of endometriosis symptoms in adolescents and young adults. Retrospective study. Two academic medical centers."

"A keyword search using the query 'NA' was applied to the electronic medical records of all women treated by one gynecologist (M.R.L.) from 1992 to 2010. IRB-approved chart review was then conducted on the index records. Continuous treatment with NA (5-15 mg daily). Postoperative bleeding and pain scores; adverse effects....

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Source: Women's Health Weekly (2012-05-03)

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