Perceptions of Ethnoracial Factors in the Management and Treatment of Uterine Fibroids
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DOI: 10.1007/s40615-021-01059-8
Abstract: Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous neoplasms of the uterus. Women of color, including non-Hispanic Black/African American women and Hispanic/Latinas, have a higher uterine fibroid prevalence, incidence, and disease burden compared to non-Hispanic White women. Therefore, understanding… read more here.
Keywords: uterine fibroid; treatment; management; women color ... See more keywords
The Future of Uterine Fibroid Management: a More Preventive and Personalized Paradigm
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DOI: 10.1007/s43032-021-00618-y
Abstract: Uterine fibroids are the most common tumors of the female reproductive tract, affecting up to 80% of women. Despite their heavy burden and high prevalence, available medical treatment options are limited and are offered to… read more here.
Keywords: treatment options; fibroid management; uterine fibroid; underlying processes ... See more keywords
1538 Incidence of Gynecologic Cancers in Women after Uterine Fibroid Embolization
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jmig.2019.09.485
Abstract: Study Objective To estimate the likelihood that patients who have undergone uterine fibroid embolization (UFE) for leiomyomata will go on to develop subsequent gynecologic cancer that may have been prevented with hysterectomy. Design We identified… read more here.
Keywords: diagnosis cancer; uterine fibroid; fibroid embolization; cancer ... See more keywords
Primary vaginal Ewing sarcoma with uterine fibroid
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DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000020859
Abstract: Abstract Rationale: Extra osseous Ewing sarcoma (ES), an uncommon malignant neoplasm, accounts for about 15% of Ewing sarcoma, which mainly affects paravertebral region, lower extremity, chest wall, retroperitoneum, pelvis, and hip. Here is a 54-year-old… read more here.
Keywords: ewing sarcoma; sarcoma uterine; primary vaginal; uterine fibroid ... See more keywords
Hemoperitoneum associated with uterine fibroids
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DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000024024
Abstract: Abstract Introduction: Uterine fibroids, which are common benign tumors, rarely cause acute complications. We herein report a case of hemoperitoneum associated with uterine fibroid that could be diagnosed preoperatively with contrast-enhanced computerized tomography (CT). Patient… read more here.
Keywords: medicine; hemoperitoneum associated; associated uterine; uterine fibroid ... See more keywords
Safety and effectiveness of uterine fibroid embolization in patients with scarred uterus
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DOI: 10.1111/jog.15468
Abstract: To evaluate the safety and effectiveness of uterine fibroid embolization (UFE) in patients with a scarred uterus caused by a previous myomectomy or cesarean section. read more here.
Keywords: fibroid embolization; uterine fibroid; safety effectiveness; scarred uterus ... See more keywords
Ruptured ectopic molar pregnancy and ruptured uterine fibroid: a challenging rare diagnosis
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DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2022-251045
Abstract: Although rare and unusual occurrences, a ruptured ectopic molar pregnancy (MP) and a ruptured uterine fibroid can lead to significant maternal morbidity and mortality. We present a unique case of these complications developing concurrently—resulting in… read more here.
Keywords: ruptured uterine; diagnosis; uterine fibroid; ectopic molar ... See more keywords
Uterine fibroid embolization with acrylamido polyvinyl microspheres: prospective 12-month clinical and MRI follow-up study
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DOI: 10.1177/0284185116679458
Abstract: Background Uterine fibroid embolization (UFE) is an effective minimally invasive treatment aimed to obtain complete fibroid infarction. Purpose To evaluate the degree of fibroid infarction after embolization with acrylamido polyvinyl alcohol microspheres (Bead Block). Material… read more here.
Keywords: uterine fibroid; embolization; infarction; fibroid burden ... See more keywords
A new imaging technology to reduce the radiation dose during uterine fibroid embolization
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DOI: 10.1177/0284185118760064
Abstract: Background Uterine fibroid embolization (UFE) is a minimally invasive imaging-guided treatment using radiation exposure. Purpose To compare the patients’ radiation exposure during UFE before and after introduction of a new X-ray imaging platform. Material and… read more here.
Keywords: uterine fibroid; radiation; imaging platform; fibroid embolization ... See more keywords
Elagolix treatment in women with heavy menstrual bleeding associated with uterine fibroid: a systematic review and meta-analysis
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DOI: 10.1186/s12905-022-01596-2
Abstract: Background Elagolix is effective and safe for treating menorrhagia in women with uterine fibroid. However, it is reported to be associated with hypoestrogenism that can be alleviated by adding estradiol/norethindrone acetate. This systematic review and… read more here.
Keywords: elagolix; elagolix treatment; norethindrone acetate; heavy menstrual ... See more keywords
An intramural uterine fibroid became submucosal in the puerperium – proposed probable mechanism: a case report
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DOI: 10.1186/s13256-018-1624-0
Abstract: BackgroundVaginal prolapse of a large uterine fibroid is a rare phenomenon in a woman who delivered vaginally recently, given that this fibroid might have obstructed labor. The author presents a case report of a vaginally… read more here.
Keywords: uterine fibroid; vaginally prolapsed; intramural uterine; fibroid ... See more keywords