Exploring Biopsychosocial Health Outcomes in Endometriosis and Endometriosis with Co-occurring Irritable Bowel Syndrome – A Prospective Cohort Study
Suiyin Cheah,
David Skvarc,
Subhadra Evans
et al.
Abstract:Endometriosis and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) share common pathophysiological and risk factors, often leading to misdiagnosis, diagnostic delays, and treatment implications. Further, both conditions are associated with biopsychosocial comorbidities, resulting in compromised wellbeing and reduced health-related quality of life (HRQoL). This longitudinal prospective study consisting of 610 adult women with endometriosis (EndoOnly; n = 352), and with endometriosis and co-occurring IBS-type symptoms (Endo + IBS… Show more
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