Government model of care for endometriosis patients 'one of the worst backward steps'

One of two supra-regional specialist centres giving expert treatment for endometriosis will be at Cork University Maternity Hospital (pictured). Picture: Denis Minihane

It could take 50 years to treat the number of women with complex symptoms of endometriosis under a new Government plan, a leading advocate has warned.

This devastating disease is estimated to affect one-in-10 women. The Department of Health launched a national model of care on Monday following a public consultation. However, advocate and medical scientist, Kathleen King, said the plans do not go far enough to address delays, including for diagnosis.