Source · Select Committees · Women and Equalities Committee

Recommendation 23

23 Deferred Paragraph: 97

Benign gynaecology' terminology downplays reproductive health conditions, risking treatment de-prioritisation

Conclusion
The use of terminology such as ‘benign gynaecology’ downplays the impact of reproductive health conditions and risks de-prioritising them for treatment that could significantly improve patients’ health and lives.
Government response summary AI-generated
The government's response did not address the recommendation to cease using terminology like 'benign gynaecology.' Instead, it focused on primary care professionals' training and appraisal processes, and how patient satisfaction is captured through the GP Patient Survey.
Paragraph Reference: 97
Government Response

The government responded to this report on 5 March 2025. No passage in that response could be matched to this conclusion. Read the response document ↗