SynthesisCurrent opinion in obstetrics & gynecology2014
Reproductive impact of MRI-guided focused ultrasound surgery for fibroids: a systematic review of the evidence.
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19 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it, 63 citations in OpenAlex.
- A Systematic Review of Minimally Invasive Approaches to Uterine Fibroid Treatment for Improving Quality of Life and Fibroid-Associated Symptoms.Reproductive sciences (Thousand Oaks, Calif.) · 2023Pooled it
- FibroidX: Vision Transformer-Powered Prognosis and Recurrence Prediction for Uterine Fibroids Using Ultrasound Images.Cancers · 2026Article
- Ultrasound-induced single-electron reduction of azide groups in aromatic prodrugs.National science review · 2025Article
- AMH and Kisspeptin Receptor Expression in Rare Hydropic Leiomyoma: A Case Study.The American journal of case reports · 2025Article
- Delayed uterine rupture and septic shock after high-intensity focused ultrasound for uterine fibroids: a case report.Frontiers in oncology · 2025Article
- Currently Available Treatment Modalities for Uterine Fibroids.Medicina (Kaunas, Lithuania) · 2024Review
- Uterine fibroids: a narrative review of epidemiology and management, with a focus on uterine artery embolization.Gynecology and pelvic medicine · 2024Review
- Basics in Magnetic Resonance guided Focused Ultrasound: technical basis and clinical application. A brief overview.Acta bio-medica : Atenei Parmensis · 2021Review
- A clinical investigation treating different types of fibroids identified by MRI-T2WI imaging with ultrasound guided high intensity focused ultrasound.Scientific reports · 2017Article
- Preservation of the endometrial enhancement after magnetic resonance imaging-guided high-intensity focused ultrasound ablation of submucosal uterine fibroids.European radiology · 2017Article
- Pregnancy outcomes in nulliparous women after ultrasound ablation of uterine fibroids: A single-central retrospective study.Scientific reports · 2017Article
- Uterine fibroid therapy using interventional radiology mini-invasive treatments: current perspective.Medical oncology (Northwood, London, England) · 2017Review
- Updated approaches for management of uterine fibroids.International journal of women's health · 2017Review
- Uterine fibroid management: from the present to the future.Human reproduction update · 2016Review
- Effectiveness of Magnetic Resonance-guided Focused Ultrasound Surgery (MRgFUS) in the uterine adenomyosis treatment: technical approach and MRI evaluation.La Radiologia medica · 2016Article
- Intramural myomas: to treat or not to treat.International journal of women's health · 2016Review
- Potential of minimally invasive procedures in the treatment of uterine fibroids: a focus on magnetic resonance-guided focused ultrasound therapy.International journal of women's health · 2015Review
- Magnetic Resonance-Guided High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (MRgHIFU) Treatment of Symptomatic Uterine Fibroids: An Evidence-Based Analysis.Ontario health technology assessment series · 2015Review
- Adhesions after Laparoscopic Myomectomy: Incidence, Risk Factors, Complications, and Prevention.Gynecology and minimally invasive therapyReview
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Abstract
purpose of reviewMagnetic-resonance-guided focused ultrasound surgery (MRgFUS) is a minimally invasive technique for the treatment of uterine fibroids. The purpose of this review is to highlight the impact of MRgFUS on fertility and reproductive outcomes. RECENT
findingsThe role of MRgFUS in the treatment of fibroids has been evolving since its introduction in 2004. Several new devices and techniques including location-specific treatment, volumetric therapy, and vessel-targeted therapy have been introduced over the last few years. Several case series report uncomplicated pregnancy following MRgFUS; however, results of the ongoing studies will further elucidate the utility of MRgFUS in patients planning future fertility. A systematic review of the literature was completed and studies that reported quality of life at baseline and after 6 months were included in a meta-analysis. SUMMARY: MRgFUS represents a minimally invasive treatment for uterine fibroids that is able to improve the quality of life and fibroid size with durability. It is possible that MRgFUS could be the treatment of choice for patients desiring future fertility; however, further investigation is needed.
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