The management of uterine leiomyomas

Authors

  • George A. Vilos London, United Kingdom
  • Catherine Allaire Vancouver, Canada
  • Philippe-Yves Laberge Quebec, Canada
  • Nicholas Leyland Hamilton, Canada

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18370/2309-4117.2015.24.59-73

Keywords:

myoma, leiomyoma, fibroid, myomectomy, uterine artery embolization, hysterectomy, heavy menstrual bleeding, menorrhagia

Abstract

Objectives: The aim of this guideline is to provide clinicians with an understanding of the pathophysiology, prevalence, and clinical significance of myomata and the best evidence available on treatment modalities.

Options: The areas of clinical practice considered in formulating this guideline were assessment, medical treatments, conservative treatments of myolysis, selective uterine artery occlusion, and surgical alternatives including myomectomy and hysterectomy.

Outcomes: Implementation of this guideline should optimize the decision-making process of women and their health care providers in proceeding with further investigation or therapy for uterine leiomyomas, having considered the disease process and available treatment options, and reviewed the risks and anticipated benefits.

Author Biographies

George A. Vilos, London

MD

Catherine Allaire, Vancouver

MD

Philippe-Yves Laberge, Quebec

MD

Nicholas Leyland, Hamilton

MD

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Vilos, G. A., Allaire, C., Laberge, P.-Y., & Leyland, N. (2015). The management of uterine leiomyomas. REPRODUCTIVE ENDOCRINOLOGY, (24), 59–73. https://doi.org/10.18370/2309-4117.2015.24.59-73

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