Volumetric feedback ablation of uterine fibroids using magnetic resonance-guided high intensity focused ultrasound therapy.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

The purpose of this prospective multicenter study was to assess the safety and technical feasibility of volumetric Magnetic Resonance-guided High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (MR-HIFU) ablation for treatment of patients with symptomatic uterine fibroids.

Methods

Thirty-three patients with 36 fibroids were treated with volumetric MR-HIFU ablation. Treatment capability and technical feasibility were assessed by comparison of the Non-Perfused Volumes (NPVs) with MR thermal dose predicted treatment volumes. Safety was determined by evaluation of complications or adverse events and unintended lesions. Secondary endpoints were pain and discomfort scores, recovery time and length of hospital stay.

Results

The mean NPV calculated as a percentage of the total fibroid

SUBMITTER: Voogt MJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3249029 | biostudies-literature | 2012 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature