A Novel, Non‐opioid Treatment for Chronic Pelvic Pain in Women with Previously Treated Endometriosis Utilizing Pelvic‐Floor Musculature Trigger‐Point Injections and Peripheral Nerve Block

Abstract:

Endometriosis is the abnormal growth of uterine tissue outside the uterine cavity that can cause chronic pain, dysmenorrhea, and dyspareunia. Although the disease is common and nonmalignant in nature, the symptoms can severely impact function and quality of life. Treatment options for endometriosis are limited and not well understood despite a growing need.

Research is done by: Dr. Allyson Shrikhande, Dr. Tayyaba Ahmed, Dr. Charity Hill

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