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A systematic review of the side effects of high-intensity focused ultrasound ablation of uterine fibroids

Mostafa Maged Ali
Ahmed Ragab Shehata
Mohamed Ashraf Youssef
Esther Olusola
Phuti Khomotso Ratshabedi
Chileshe Raphael Mpehle
Ebtehal Ali Helal Farag

20247 citationsOpen accessBeni Suef University

Abstract

HIFU ablation of uterine fibroids is generally safe, causing mostly mild side effects and very few severe complications. The relative safety of HIFU compared to other minimally invasive techniques, such as uterine artery embolization, still needs further evaluation.

Research topics

Uterine Myomas and Treatments
Gynecological conditions and treatments
Endometriosis Research and Treatment

Sustainable Development Goals

Zero Hunger

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DOI: 10.1080/08998280.2024.2387497

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