Treatment options for adenomyosis range from pain-relief medicines and hormonal treatments through to surgery, including hysterectomy. The right choice depends on your symptoms, your stage of life and whether you wish to preserve your fertility. Many people start with non-surgical options before surgery is discussed. Key...
A robotic hysterectomy removes the uterus through a few small incisions, with the surgeon controlling the robotic instruments from a console in the operating room. You are asleep under general anaesthetic throughout, and the operation often takes around an hour, although the time depends on...
Adenomyosis is usually diagnosed by reviewing your symptoms, completing a clinical assessment and examining the uterus with pelvic imaging. A transvaginal ultrasound is commonly the first imaging test, while an MRI may be recommended when more detail is needed. The process also helps distinguish adenomyosis...
Adenomyosis and fibroids are two common gynaecological conditions that can cause similar symptoms, including heavy periods, pelvic pain, and menstrual cramping. However, they are different conditions that affect the uterus in different ways and may require different treatment approaches. An accurate diagnosis is important to...
Recently, I had the privilege of being invited to visit MicroPort’s headquarters and laboratory training centre in Shanghai, China, together with a group of expert robotic gynaecologists from Melbourne and Sydney. MicroPort is the parent company of MedBot, a Chinese surgical robotics company that develops...
Adenomyosis does not always require surgery. However, surgery may be considered when symptoms such as heavy bleeding, pelvic pain, or ongoing discomfort begin affecting daily life and do not improve with conservative treatment. The most appropriate treatment depends on symptom severity, future plans, and how...
Robotic surgery has become an important advancement in modern gynaecological surgery, particularly for complex or minimally invasive procedures. Robotic-assisted surgery may offer greater precision, improved visualisation, and faster recovery in selected patients compared to traditional open surgery. Key takeawaysRobotic surgery is a minimally invasive approach...
Robotic myomectomy is a minimally invasive option for removing fibroids while preserving the uterus, but it is not suitable for every patient. If you are considering myomectomy surgery to treat fibroids, the best approach depends on fibroid size, location, symptoms and your individual goals. Key Takeaways...
Fibroids can affect fertility depending on their size, number and location within the uterus. While many women with fibroids can conceive naturally, some may require treatment such as myomectomy surgery to improve pregnancy outcomes. Key TakeawaysFibroids do not always affect fertility, but some can interfere...
Fibroids are the commonest benign tumours of the uterus, affecting up to 70% of women by the age of 50. When they cause heavy bleeding, pain or fertility issues, many women want treatment options that allow them to preserve their uterus. A range of effective...