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Endometriosis: Groundbreaking NHS Trials Offer Hope for Diagnosis
12 Jul
Summary
- New non-invasive NHS tests for endometriosis are undergoing a three-year trial.
- Abbie Filer was diagnosed with endometriosis after a decade of symptoms.
- Endometriosis affects one in 10 women in the UK, causing debilitating pain.
Endometriosis, a condition impacting one in 10 women in the UK, often involves a lengthy and distressing diagnostic journey. Abbie Filer, a 27-year-old from Leeds, shared her experience of minimizing pain and delaying help until a urinary retention incident led to her diagnosis in 2024, a decade after symptoms began.
This week marks a significant step forward with the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) recommending new tests for faster diagnosis. Draft guidance proposes that two non-invasive tests, Endotest (a spit test) and Endosure (measuring electrical signals), will be piloted by GPs in England and Wales.
These tests will be part of a three-year trial period. The aim is to gather evidence on their effectiveness and facilitate quicker access to diagnosis for endometriosis sufferers. The current average waiting time for a diagnosis can span many years, causing immense physical and emotional strain on patients.
