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Medical/scientific
More research directed at non-invasive diagnostic tests
Advise GPs when to refer patients to a gynaecologist
Increase detection rate using information in digital patient records at GP offices
Communication platform for dialogue between GPs and gynaecologists Teach gynaecologists in performing diagnostic tests
Improve quality of correspondence letters from gynaecologists to general practitioners
Develop GP guideline concerning menstrual complaints
Develop GP guideline concerning abdominal pain
Develop joint guideline for GPs and gynaecologists concerning endometriosis Develop decision aid/diagnostics aid for patients and GPs to use during consultation
Miscellaneous
Introduce layman’s term for endometriosis
Develop website with information for women with abdominal pain and/or menstrual complaints
Develop website with detailed information and literature for medical professionals
Develop online community with option to interact with professional
Develop mobile device application to record symptoms
Participants’ suggestions from round one
Adopted and incorporated in second round questionnaire:
Put endometriosis on the agenda at government/politics Introduce gynaecology internship for general practice trainees
Not adopted:
Keeping track of absence because of menstruation at schools and sports facilities
Collaborate with other patient interest groups (Women’s Inc, Freya etc)
Set up Women’s Health clinics for family planning, contraception, sexuality and menstrual complaints
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