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Introducing self‐sampling for cervical cancer screening: A regional implementation study in Pirkanmaa, Finland

Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica, EarlyView.
In this pilot study, HPV self‐sampling reached a 1.9% uptake among screening non‐attenders. Participants found the method acceptable, although overall screening coverage did not increase during the first implementation year. Abstract Introduction HPV primary testing is the preferred method for cervical cancer screening worldwide and enables vaginal ...
Saara Kyllönen, Satu Saloranta, Saara Kares, Anu Mustila, Karolina Louvanto   +4 more
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Effectiveness and Tolerability of Topical Amitriptyline 10% Plus Lidocaine 2% Gel in Adults With Post‐Traumatic Trigeminal Neuropathic Pain: A Real‐World Evidence Study

Journal of Oral Rehabilitation, Volume 53, Issue 8, Page 1550-1561, August 2026.
A compounded amitriptyline 10% plus lidocaine 2% mucoadhesive gel was associated with substantial pain improvement and favourable tolerability in adults with post‐traumatic trigeminal neuropathic pain (PTNP). These findings support targeted mucosal delivery as a promising practical local option and a potential medication‐sparing strategy, particularly ...
Ashley Lebel, Imen Stambouli, Yves Boucher   +2 more
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Chronic idiopathic urinary retention and Fowler's syndrome in women: A multidisciplinary framework for assessment and nonsurgical management

BJUI Compass, Volume 7, Issue 7, July 2026.
Abstract Chronic idiopathic urinary retention and Fowler's syndrome are a debilitating problem primarily affecting women, characterised by an inability to urinate in the absence of any identifiable structural or other cause. An increasingly wide range of multifactorial predisposing, precipitating, and perpetuating biopsychosocial factors are being ...
Sarah McRae, Caoimhe McLoughlin, Carolyn Davie, Claire Hentzen, Dani Coombe, Claire Todd, Clare Nicholson, Beatrice Garcin, Glenn Nielsen, Helen Simpson, Laura McWhirter, Helen Jinadu, Jalesh Panicker, Anne Sanderson, Alan Carson, Martine Cornillet, Miriam Gamble, Voula Granitsiosis, Sioned Hancock, Collete Haslam, Leila Heelas, Victoria Hulman, Emily Jay, Mahreen Pakzad, Caroline Selai, Natalia Vasquez, Louise Young, Jon Stone, Ingrid Hoeritzauer   +28 more
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Protocol for double-blind RCT of acupuncture for vulvodynia

Contemporary Clinical Trials Communications, 2022
Background: Vulvodynia, vulvar pain of unknown origin lasting at least 3 months, affects 7% of American women. Dyspareunia, its frequent companion, renders sexual intercourse virtually impossible.
Judith M. Schlaeger, Marie L. Suarez, Jennifer E. Glayzer, William H. Kobak, Monya Meinel, Alana D. Steffen, Larisa A. Burke, Heather A. Pauls, Yingwei Yao, Miho Takayama, Hiroyoshi Yajima, Ted J. Kaptchuk, Nobuari Takakura, David Foster, Diana J. Wilkie   +14 more
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Real‐World Patient Characteristics and Treatment Patterns Among Patients With Interstitial Cystitis (IC)/Bladder Pain Syndrome (BPS)

Reproductive, Female and Child Health, Volume 5, Issue 2, June 2026.
ABSTRACT Objective Interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome (IC/BPS) is linked to bladder and/or pelvic pain, pressure, and discomfort with urinary frequency. Despite guidelines, there is a need for better treatment options. This study analyzed patient demographics, clinical characteristics, and treatment patterns for medications and procedures in ...
Jaromir Mikl, Tiange Yu, Benjamin T. Carter, Andrew Rava, Xin Zhao, Catherine Allende, Amie Devlin, Valentine Pascale, Roger Dmochowski   +8 more
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Internet-based treatment for vulvodynia (EMBLA) – Study protocol for a randomised controlled study

Internet Interventions, 2021
Background: Vulvodynia is defined as vulvar pain for at least 3 months without a clear cause. To the best of our knowledge, there are no trials investigating the effects of internet treatment using CBT (Cognitive behavioural therapy) treatment with ...
Andrea Hess Hess Engström, Merit Kullinger, Izabella Jawad, Susanne Hesselman, Monica Buhrman, Ulf Högberg, Alkistis Skalkidou   +6 more
doaj   +1 more source

Beyond Pain: Psychological Profiles in Chronic Migraine Compared With Fibromyalgia and Their Comorbidity

Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences, Volume 1560, Issue 1, June 2026.
Our multicenter study examined psychological functioning in women with chronic migraine, fibromyalgia, and their comorbidity. Using standardized self‐report measures and cluster analyses, three transdiagnostic psychological profiles were identified.
Martina Cangelosi, Marco Cavicchioli, Martina Mesce, Alessandro Torelli, Agata Benfante, Annunziata Romeo, Filippo Maria Nimbi, Lorys Castelli, Natascia Ghiotto, Grazia Sances, Roberto de Icco, Cristina Tassorelli, Piercarlo Sarzi‐Puttini, Manuela di Franco, Cristina Iannucceli, Annalisa Tanzilli, Federica Galli, Sara Bottiroli   +17 more
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Chronic Vulvodynia treated by Ganglion Impar block-a case report

Indian Journal of Pain, 2021
Vulvodynia is a condition of considerable vulvar pain and discomfort to women which affects approximately 16% of women and is mostly not diagnosed. The patients are rarely treated.
Rachna Varma, Gauri Varma, Minal Chandra, Raj Singhal, Shivali Singhal   +4 more
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Genitourinary Pain, Sexual Distress, and Quality of Sexual Life in Women with and without Vulvodynia

Sexuality Research & Social Policy
Vulvodynia is a serious public health problem. However, current studies that consider the sexual life of women with vulvodynia are very limited. This study aimed to determine genitourinary pain, sexual distress, and quality of sexual life of women with ...
S. Çankaya, Kübra Mangır Meler
semanticscholar   +1 more source

A Review of NIDDK‐Funded Studies of Urological Chronic Pain Conditions

Neurourology and Urodynamics, Volume 45, Issue 4, Page 650-653, April 2026.
ABSTRACT Introduction This review highlights NIDDK‐funded clinical research studies focused on interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome (IC/BPS) and chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CP/CPPS). Methods Since 1987, the NIDDK has funded numerous cohort studies, epidemiologic studies, and clinical trials for these conditions.
J. Quentin Clemens
wiley   +1 more source