[Guidelines for the use of GnRH-analogues in the treatment of endometriosis]

Zentralbl Gynakol. 2005 Oct;127(5):308-13. doi: 10.1055/s-2005-836865.
[Article in German]

Abstract

Today GnRH-Analogues are the most effective substances for the regression of endometriosis and endometriosis related complaints. In combination with add-back medication the treatment is effective with only few tolerable side effects. The different types of GnRH-Analogues are equally effective, but depot preparation have the best compliance. The tailored application of GnRH-Analogues preoperatively, postoperatively or instead of surgery is dependent on the individual situation of the patient and dependent on the proliferative activity, localisation, type and stage of the disease.

Publication types

  • English Abstract
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Endometriosis / drug therapy*
  • Female
  • Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone / adverse effects
  • Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone / analogs & derivatives*
  • Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone / therapeutic use*
  • Humans

Substances

  • Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone