Focused ultrasound surgery for uterine fibroids

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Results

By Mayo Clinic staff

More than 70 percent of women experience significant improvement in the severity of their fibroid-related symptoms within the first three to six months after focused ultrasound surgery. Researchers also report symptom relief for up to 24 months — the longest follow-up period to date.

There have been reports of successful pregnancies following focused ultrasound surgery, but more research is needed. In the meantime, doctors don't recommend focused ultrasound surgery for any woman who plans on future pregnancy.

What you can expect
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MY00503 March 31, 2011

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