Addressing Uterine Fibroids with Patient-Physician Collaboration

Uterine fibroid care is evolving with more treatment options, fertility-focused planning, and a greater emphasis on quality of life and shared decision-making.

In this episode of Pap Talk, Jessica Shepherd, MD, MBA, FACOG, deep dives into the benefits of utilizing radio frequency ablation (RFA) for treatment of uterine fibroids, available RFA devices, and disparities in the condition.

A recent analysis highlights the heightened risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes, including preterm delivery and cesarean sections, among women with uterine fibroids.

Contemporary OB/GYN®’s senior editor Angie DeRosa sat down with Ayman Al-Hendy, MD, and Sateria Venable of The Fibroid Foundation, to discuss the role of patient-physician collaboration in uterine fibroid treatment and management options.

A recent study presented at the 2024 ACOG Clinical and Scientific Meeting reveals that laparoscopic radiofrequency ablation significantly improves pregnancy outcomes for women with uterine leiomyomas.

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