Information about uterine fibroids
Minimally Invasive Therapy Unit & Endoscopy Training Centre
University Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Royal Free Hospital
Pond Street
Hampstead
London NW3 2QG, UK

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A new website for gynaecologists interested in the surgical management of fibroids is now on line.

www.fibroidsurgery.org

Hysteroscopic myomectomy

Fibroids which are located mainly inside the uterus (womb) can often be excised hysteroscopically thereby avoiding major open surgery. The resectoscope remains the most efficient instrument for this procedure.

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Ultrasound scan

You have probably had an ultrasound scan before as it is a very common investigation. A pelvic scan can be done abdominally or via the vagina. The procedure is quick, painless and gives a very useful image of your uterus (womb) and ovaries. Apart from fibroids, ultrasound can also diagnose polyps, thickened endometrium (lining of the uterus), and ovarian cysts.