Shrink Them, Zap Them, Starve Them: Newer Minimally Invasive treatments for fibroids Offer Hysterectomy Alternative
The article reports on the latest minimally invasive treatments for fibroids, a common type of noncancerous growth in the uterus. Traditionally, fibroids have been treated with hysterectomy, a major surgery that involves removing the uterus. However, newer treatments such as uterine artery embolization, magnetic resonance-guided focused ultrasound, and radiofrequency ablation offer less invasive options with shorter recovery times. These treatments work by shrinking, zapping, or starving the fibroids, and can be performed on an outpatient basis. While these treatments may not be suitable for all patients, they offer promising alternatives to hysterectomy.