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Uterine Fibroid
Laparoscopic retrograde hysterectomy in a large uterus
January 19, 2021
A retrospective study in the journal Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive Health has concluded that total laparoscopic retrograde hysterectomy (TLreH) for severe endometriosis with obliterated cul-de-sac is both feasible and safe.
Hysteroscopic myomectomy for submucosal fibroids
January 15, 2021
Women with submucosal uterine leiomyomas who undergo hysteroscopic removal have comparable birth outcomes to women with submucosal uterine leiomyomas who do not have hysteroscopic removal, according to a retrospective case-control study in the American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology MFM.
MRI to differentiate uterine leiomyosarcoma from benign leiomyoma
December 31, 2020
High signal intensity on T1-weighted magnetic resonance images (MRI) and low diffusion coefficient values can accurately differentiate uterine leiomyosarcoma from benign leiomyoma, according to a meta-analysis in the Journal of the Belgium Society of Radiology.
Transvaginal ultrasound therapy for symptomatic uterine leiomyomas
December 15, 2020
A small clinical trial has found that transvaginal high-intensity focused ultrasound (vHIFU) is a promising treatment for women with symptomatic uterine leiomyomas.
Gynecologic benignities causing obstructive uropathy
November 16, 2020
Because obstructive uropathy due to gynecologic benignities is an extremely rare, difficult, and challenging life-threatening condition, physicians should always consider the existence of uropathy.
Elagolix effective for heavy menstrual bleeding due to uterine fibroids in wide range of women
November 01, 2020
“There is a large unmet need in the uterine fibroid space for noninvasive treatment options,” said Ayman Al-Hendy, MD, Ph.D., lead author of the analysis and a professor of ob/gyn at The University of Chicago.
Treatment with vilaprisan for uterine fibroids shows positive outcomes in study
October 23, 2020
Study results, which were published in the European Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive Biology, also found the drug well tolerated.
Ultrasound vs. MRI to detect uterine leiomyomas
October 23, 2020
A prospective observational study in the Journal of Ultrasound in Medicine has concluded that for pretreatment evaluation of uterine fibroids (UF), transabdominal contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) represents a viable alternative to traditional contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
Study finds myomectomy at cesarean section can be performed safely
September 15, 2020
Although myomectomy may prolong the operative time and the postoperative hospital stay, there are numerous potential benefits including avoiding a follow-up operation to remove uterine fibroids.
HIFU treatment for fibroids does not increase risk for pelvic adhesions
September 14, 2020
High-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) for the treatment of uterine fibroids may not significantly increase the risk of pelvic adhesions.
Are surgeons still morcellating fibroids?
December 04, 2019
In this video, a clinician discusses new data on how surgeons are doing tissue extraction for uterine fibroids.
FDA: New assessment discourages morcellation for fibroids
December 19, 2017
An updated review of evidence by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) underscores concerns expressed in 2014 by the agency about use of laparoscopic power morcellators (LPM) for treatment of uterine fibroids. Plus: Prescription habits show ob/gyns not well informed about opioids, according to a study. Also: Does ADHD medication use during pregnancy increase risk of congenital malformations?
Uterine fibroids: medical management options
March 01, 2015
For women in whom surgery is not recommended or necessary, treatment with the goal of symptom relief and size reduction can be achieved medically.
SMFM consult: Fibroids in pregnancy: Meaning and Management
December 05, 2014
Questions and answers from SMFM about the implications of uterine fibroids during pregnancy
Emotional Support Lacking for Women With Uterine Fibroids
November 08, 2014
Two studies show that the emotional impact of uterine fibroids is significant but support is lacking, especially in African American women.
Antiprogestin CDB-2914 promising for uterine fibroids (VIDEO)
September 04, 2014
William Fredette, MD, discusses the benefits of Antiprogestin CDB-2914 for reducing uterine fibroid size and bleeding, and improving quality of life for affected women, as reported in the journal Fertility and Sterility. Video provided by The Doctor's Channel.
The morcellation controversy: What’s next?
June 01, 2014
Institutions around the country have responded to an FDA advisory by discouraging or banning power morcellation of uterine fibroids. Innovative methods of contained morcellation are now called for.
Power morcellation for uterine fibroids: What you need to know
March 01, 2014
Gynecologic surgeons should give consideration to the balance of benefit and harm that accompanies laparoscopic tissue morcellation, in addition to exploring surgical alternatives and methods to mitigate complications.