500 Cases of High-intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) Ablated Uterine Fibroids and Adenomyosis

202065 citationsJournal Articlediamond Open Access

Authors

Cherng‐Jye Jeng · Kaohsiung Medical University

Kae-Ying Ou · Kaohsiung Medical University

Cheng‐Yu Long · Kaohsiung Medical University Chung-Ho Memorial Hospital

Linus Chuang · Western Connecticut Health Network

Chin-Ru Ker · Kaohsiung Medical University

Abstract

HIFU is safe and effective in treating uterine fibroids and adenomyosis. The results are reproducible if standardized treatment schedules are followed. It is a promising treatment alternative with the advantages of precision, non-invasiveness, rapid recovery and readiness for pregnancy.

Topics & Keywords

Endometriosis Research and Treatment Uterine Myomas and Treatments Intestinal and Peritoneal Adhesions

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Taiwanese Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Volume 59, Issue 6, pp. 865-871

DOI: 10.1016/j.tjog.2020.09.013

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