Non-randomised trial, 1985
What are the treatments for premenstrual symptoms?
As of 1985, PMS causes were unknown and controlled studies had failed to confirm proposed theories. This paper reviews treatment approaches and offers clinical management suggestions.
What they did
Literature review of published studies on premenstrual syndrome treatment with recommendations for clinical care.
What they found
The abstract notes that many theories about PMS exist but controlled studies have generally failed to confirm them.
What it means for you
As of 1985, PMS treatment was based on limited evidence. The causes and most effective treatments were unclear.
About the study
- Original title
- Treatment of premenstrual symptoms
- Authors
- Harrison W, Sharpe L, Endicott J
- Journal
- General hospital psychiatry
- Year
- 1985
- Study design
- Non-randomised trial
- Read the paper
- doi.org/10.1016/0163-8343(85)90011-8
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