Advances in the Management of Uterine Fibroids

Jessica A. Shepherd MD, MBA, FACOG, and Mauricio Abrão, MD, share optimal treatment approaches for patients with uterine fibroids and explore the utilization of GnRH antagonists in disease management.

EP1: Overview of Uterine Fibroids

April 11th 2022

Mauricio Abrão, MD, provides an overview of the diagnosis, risk factors, and clinical burden of uterine fibroids.

EP2: Using Diagnostic Tools for the Management of Uterine Fibroids

April 11th 2022

Mauricio Abrão, MD, and Jessica A. Shepherd, MD, MBA, FACOG, comment on the use of diagnostic tools and the importance of imaging in approaching the treatment of uterine fibroids.

EP3: Goals of Therapy for Uterine Fibroids

April 18th 2022

Experts in gynecology discuss factors to consider when approaching the treatment of patients with uterine fibroids and discuss the importance of shared decision-making.

EP4: Considerations for Surgical Options for Treating Uterine Fibroids

April 18th 2022

Dr Mauricio Abrão leads a discussion on considerations for selecting the optimal surgical options for patients with uterine fibroids.

EP5: Approaching the Medical Management of Uterine Fibroids

April 25th 2022

Drs Mauricio Abrão and Jessica A. Shepherd provide insight on treating fibroids with nonsurgical treatment options for patients.

EP6: Role of GnRH Antagonists for Uterine Fibroid Management

April 25th 2022

Experts in gynecology provide an overview of GnRH antagonists and examine the therapeutic use of these agents in treating patients with uterine fibroids.

EP7: Safety and Efficacy of GnRH Antagonists in Uterine Fibroid Treatment

May 2nd 2022

Jessica A. Shepherd, MD, MBA, FACOG, and Mauricio Abrão, MD, assess the use of FDA-approved GnRH antagonists in clinical practice.

EP8: Treatment Selection of GnRH Antagonists for Uterine Fibroids

May 2nd 2022

Drs Jessica A. Shepherd and Mauricio Abrão share recommendations for the treatment selection of GnRH antagonists when treating patients with uterine fibroids.

EP9: Unmet Needs in the Management of Uterine Fibroids

May 2nd 2022

Mauricio Abrão, MD, and Jessica A. Shepherd, MD, MBA, FACOG, address gaps in care for the treatment of uterine fibroids and share the importance of patient education in disease management.