Should I join an endometriosis clinical trial?

A well-designed clinical trial can be a good fit if you want access to an investigational therapy and are comfortable contributing to research that may improve endometriosis care. At the same time, trials often involve randomization (and sometimes placebo), stricter protocols, additional visits, and rules about what other treatments you can use during the study.

Before enrolling, it’s important to understand exactly what the study requires and how it could affect your overall plan—especially if you’re considering surgery, trying to preserve or pursue fertility, or managing symptoms with medications. Our team can help you weigh the potential benefits against the time commitment, risks, and likelihood that the trial will answer the questions that matter most for your case, and help you think through what to ask the study coordinators before you decide.