Methods causing ischemia in uterine fibroids treatment.

Abstract

The aim of the study is to compare principle, advantages, disadvantages, and risks of conservative (i.e. uterus saving) methods of treatment of uterine fibroids, which are focused on elimination or reduction of their perfusion. To contribute to better understanding of this dynamic topic between gynecologists, especially in the field of appropriate indication criteria.

Keywords

• fibroids
• uterine artery embolization
• laparoscopic myolysis
• laparoscopic occlusion of uterine arteries