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ReviewThe Lancet regional health. Southeast Asia2025

Endometriosis and adenomyosis research priorities in India and Sri Lanka: a call for regional collaboration.

Hrishikesh Munshi, Indunil Piyadigama, Hemantha Senanayake, Rahul K Gajbhiye

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Review in The Lancet regional health. Southeast Asia, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

4 authors.

Hrishikesh MunshiClinical Research Laboratory, ICMR-National Institute for Research in Reproductive and Child Health, J M Street Parel, Mumbai, 400012, India.
Indunil PiyadigamaFaculty of Medicine, University of Colombo, 00800, Sri Lanka.
Hemantha SenanayakeEmeritus Professor, University of Colombo, 00800, Sri Lanka.
Rahul K GajbhiyeClinical Research Laboratory, ICMR-National Institute for Research in Reproductive and Child Health, J M Street Parel, Mumbai, 400012, India.

Funding

Wellcome Trust
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Endometriosis and adenomyosis are major gynaecological conditions affecting women of reproductive age-group, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. This Health Policy outlined research priorities for India and Sri Lanka, derived from a structured debate during the 'Future Directions in Endometriosis and Adenomyosis Research' workshop. Researchers from both countries emphasise the need for nationally representative data, improved diagnostic tools, and comprehensive care models. Shared priorities include developing patient registries and improving healthcare access. India focuses on multidisciplinary care centres, advanced diagnostic research, and public education, while Sri Lanka highlights integrating traditional medicine and assessing economic impacts. Both countries prioritise non-invasive diagnostics to address diagnostic delays and healthcare limitations. Establishing patient registries and consortiums for large-scale studies could inform healthcare strategies. Collaborative research among Asian countries could generate tailored regional solutions. Coupled with a strong political will, and adequate funding, the initiative can potentially improve diagnosis, treatment, and quality of life for affected women.

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AdenomyosisEndometriosisIndiaLMICLow-income and middle-income countriesPolicyPrioritiesResearchSri Lanka

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PMID40026836
PMCPMC7617440

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