High-intensity focused ultrasound is a promising noninvasive treatment option for uterine fibroids. However, the factors associated with a nonperfused volume ratio of at least 80% were previously unknown. ...
The researchers analyzed the results of 10 studies that compared outcomes associated with the noninvasive option vs traditional surgery for uterine fibroids.
The approval comes after results from 2 phase 3 trials showed that the medication significantly reduced the amount of heavy bleeding compared with placebo.
Nicholas Tomasello, DO; Alan Lucerna, DO; Victor Scali, DO; and James Espinosa, MD Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine, Stratford, New Jersey
Nicholas Tomasello, DO; Alan Lucerna,...
A previously healthy 34-year-old woman with no past surgical history presented to the emergency department reporting abdominal pain.
Prolactin may directly contribute to the fibrogenicity of uterine fibroids, according to the results of a new study from the University of Rochester Medical Center in New
