Abstract |
Leiomyomas are benign soft-tissue neoplasms that arise from smooth muscle. Relief of symptoms (abnormal uterine bleeding, pain, pressure) is the major goal in management of women with significant symptoms. For symptomatic myomas, hysterectomy is a definitive solution; however, there are emerging less-invasive options. Magnetic resonance imaging-guided focused ultrasound surgery, cryomyolysis, and temporary occlusion of the uterine arteries are treatment options that are minimally invasive interventions with the benefit of preserving the uterus. This review summarizes procedure techniques, eligibility, complications, and outcomes of these alternate therapies.
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Authors | Amrita Patel, Minnie Malik, Joy Britten, Jeris Cox, William H Catherino |
Journal | Fertility and sterility
(Fertil Steril)
Vol. 102
Issue 3
Pg. 649-55
(Sep 2014)
ISSN: 1556-5653 [Electronic] United States |
PMID | 25106764
(Publication Type: Journal Article, Review)
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Copyright | Published by Elsevier Inc. |
Topics |
- Complementary Therapies
- Cryotherapy
(methods)
- Female
- Humans
- Laser Therapy
(methods)
- Leiomyoma
(surgery)
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Interventional
- Ultrasonography, Interventional
(methods)
- Uterine Artery Embolization
- Uterine Neoplasms
(surgery)
- Uterus
(surgery)
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