The International Classification of Diseases, 11th Revision: A Step-Back for Women With Vulvodynia?

Conclusions The ICD-11 is not aligned with current vulvodynia diagnostic criteria and terminology, approved by the ISSVD, ISSWSH, and IPPS. Collaboration among the International Association for the Study of Pain Task Force on Classification of Chronic Pain, ICD team, ISSVD, ISSWSH, and IPPS is needed to harmonize terminologies, codes, and clinical approach regarding vulvar pain and vulvodynia classification.
Source: Journal of Lower Genital Tract Disease - Category: OBGYN Tags: Commentaries Source Type: research