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The prevalence of self-reported diagnosed endometriosis in the Australian population: results from a nationally-representative survey
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The prevalence of self-reported diagnosed endometriosis in the Australian population: results from a nationally-representative survey

Rebecca Reid, Amie Steel, Jon Wardle, Erica McIntyre, Joanna Harnett, Hope Foley and Jon Adams
BMC research notes, Vol.12, 88
14/02/2019
PMCID: PMC6376711
PMID: 30764858
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Abstract

Australia Endometriosis Prevalence Women’s health
Currently, it is estimated that one in 10 women of reproductive age are affected by the reproductive condition known as endometriosis. However, there has been limited research and policy attention on the prevalence of endometriosis in Australia. Utilising a nationally-representative Australian sample (N = 2025), this study aimed to report on the prevalence of endometriosis in the general population and to examine the sociodemographic factors associated with the condition.

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