MYOLYSIS

This is a relatively new treatment that is only available in a few centres.

A laser is used to coagulate the blood vessels feeding the fibroid.  The laser is normally inserted via a laparoscope.   The fibroids do not always shrink and hysterectomy is sometimes needed.  Further information on myolysis and focused ultrasound can be found in these pages from Capital Doctor, (caution, large file - 720Kb)  which followed up the February 2004 article that is featured elsewhere, and information from St. Mary's Hospital, Paddington, the UK centre for this procedure. 

This treatment must not be used on women wishing to have children.  There have been a number of reports of rupture of the uterus/womb in pregnancy after this treatment.  In some cases the uterine rupture has resulted in the death of the baby.

To go to the Myolysis FAQ, please click here

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Last updated: 20 Apr 2004