The Julia Argyrou Endometriosis Centre
A center of excellence in endometriosis care at Epworth
Julia Argyrou has spent years suffering from severe pain and other debilitating symptoms associated with endometriosis. Partnering with Epworth HealthCare to establish The Julia Argyrou Endometriosis Centre at Epworth, Julia hopes the center will help other sufferers to access better diagnosis and treatment options, and ultimately find a cure for this prevalent disease.
The goal of the center is to achieve better health outcomes for people with endometriosis, through advancements in non-invasive diagnosis, clinical care and research.
The center puts 100% of the funding it receives into research, clinical care and improving patient experience.
Fast Facts
- Endometriosis affects roughly 10% (190 million) of reproductive age women and girls globally
- It is estimated that at least 1 in 9* Australian women are affected
- Common symptoms include severe or persistent pain that is usually – but not always – associated with periods, infertility, fatigue and heavy periods
- The disease is often progressive, which means symptoms are likely to worsen if you don’t seek treatment. As a result, endometriosis can prevent you from participating in everyday activities
- The average delay between the onset of symptoms and diagnosis is seven years. As a result, endometriosis is usually advanced in these patients, making managing the condition much harder *This number fails to account for transgender and gender diverse people. It also doesn’t account for people misdiagnosed or that remain undiagnosed. This means that the actual number of people with endometriosis is likely much higher.
Fast Facts
- Endometriosis affects roughly 10% (190 million) of reproductive age women and girls globally
- It is estimated that at least 1 in 9* Australian women are affected
- Common symptoms include severe or persistent pain that is usually – but not always – associated with periods, infertility, fatigue and heavy periods
- The disease is often progressive, which means symptoms are likely to worsen if you don’t seek treatment. As a result, endometriosis can prevent you from participating in everyday activities
- The average delay between the onset of symptoms and diagnosis is seven years. As a result, endometriosis is usually advanced in these patients, making managing the condition much harder *This number fails to account for transgender and gender diverse people. It also doesn’t account for people misdiagnosed or that remain undiagnosed. This means that the actual number of people with endometriosis is likely much higher.
“Our goal is to help patients get the care they need in a timely way, to reduce the chances of secondary complications related to chronic pain and infertility, which can occur from being undiagnosed.”
Dr Kate Tyson, Director
