What is the most effective treatment for fibroids?
The most effective medications for the treatment of fibroids are gonadotropin releasing hormone agonists (GnRHa), (including Lupron, Synarel, Zoladex). GnRH agonists cause a low-estrogen (menopause-like) state which causes reduction size of the tumor and uterus.
What are the treatment options for uterine fibroids?
A myomectomy may be abdominal surgery, or your surgeon may use a hysteroscope or laparoscope to remove the fibroids without having to make a large cut on your abdomen. There is also a newer method that uses MRI-guided intense ultrasound energy to pinpoint the fibroids and shrink or destroy them.
What is the latest treatment for fibroids?
Your doctor may prescribe a GnRH agonist to shrink the size of your fibroids before a planned surgery or to help transition you to menopause. Progestin-releasing intrauterine device (IUD). A progestin-releasing IUD can relieve heavy bleeding caused by fibroids.
Can uterine fibroids be treated without surgery?
Uterine Fibroid Embolisation (UFE): Uterine Fibroid Embolisation (UFE) is a way of fibroid treatment without surgery. The intent of the procedure is to block the blood flow to the fibroids so as to reduce the size of the fibroid and eliminate symptoms.