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different from other women and if yes: in which way?
o How do GPs feel about absenteeism from school or work during
menstruation?
o To what extent is the burden of menstrual complaints influenced by
coping abilities?
Expectations:
o Is there any room for improvement? Can GPs perform better in
diagnostics or treatment? How can this be achieved?
o Are GPs willing to change their routine concerning endometriosis? o Are there any suggestions for interventions to reduce diagnostic
delay in endometriosis in general practice?
2. Exploring possible interventions
o Do GPs (in training) get sufficient education about endometriosis? o Which resources for knowledge on endometriosis are available to
GPs?
o Which literature is used by GPs? Is the available literature appropriate
and accessible for GPs?
o Are GPs familiar with existing guidelines on endometriosis? How do
GPs appreciate these? Are the guidelines appropriate for use in
family care?
o Is there a need for a national guideline on endometriosis? Should
this be written for GPs only or for both GPs and gynaecologists?
o Would GPs consider additional education concerning endometriosis
if available? What would be the best way to organise this? o What would be of help in improving awareness and timely
recognition of women with symptoms suggestive of endometriosis? Are GPs experienced with the use of screening tools, decision aid or other interventions in other medical conditions?
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