Zap That Fibroid!

Are uterine fibroids the reason you’re considering a hysterectomy? If so, you’ll want to learn more about a relatively new treatment that uses soundwaves to destory the fibroids.

The technique — called “focused ultrasound ablation” — combines two well-established medical technologies, ultrasound and MRI.

Recovery time is minimal. Think two days, compared to 6-8 weks with a total abdominal hysterectomy.

Because the technique is so new, side effects are still unknown, and one-third of the women who undergo the procedure come back for a second session later.

For more info:

• See this article by Chicago’s ABC7
• Browse the system developer’s site