Emerging research in Australia could eventually lead to a less invasive way to diagnose endometriosis — with patients and advocates in New Zealand watching closely for a hoped-for breakthrough.
In New Zealand, more than 120,000 women suffer from the condition. Research last year revealed New Zealand wait times for a diagnosis had pushed out from 8.7 years to 10 years
“A faster, less invasive test could significantly reduce the 10 years on average it takes to diagnose the condition,” Tanya Cooke, CEO of Endometriosis NZ told 1News.
